When food resources are scare, and animals are in competition with each other for them, they become very aggressive. Especially when humans move into a house that was formerly their living territory.
I have about 6 squirrels in my back yard and they have never shown aggression to me or my pups. However, I feed them in the far corner of the backyard. They know that this is their spot. The do not have to fight over the few resources left. They have ample food and water. In a time where most species are on the brink of extinction, I think we as the dominate species should make a commitment to preserving what is left.
edited for; I do hope your little one is alright. |