Why did I see a beaver in a trap?
When beavers create flooding and other risks to human and property safety, property owners have options to deal with the conflict. If keeping beavers on the property without creating a safety hazard is simply not possible, then
live or lethal removal are alternative options. When choosing one of these options, property owners often hire a
Wildlife Control Operator, someone who is certified through WDFW and conforms to its regulations. WCOs have skills and training in the capture and handling of many wildlife species that commonly generate wildlife complaints. WCOs are not state employees and operate as private entities, setting their own fees.
Learn more about the different kinds of wildlife traps you may see.