Wildlife removal in Kansas
Nuisance wildlife control in Kansas is regulated by the KDWP. Operators must hold an NWDC permit to trap and control wildlife out of season. Relocation is discouraged due to biological and disease transmission risks.
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What Kansas law allows
- Paid operators must hold a Nuisance Wildlife Damage Control (NWDC) permit from KDWP.
- Traps must be checked at least once every calendar day and labeled with the permittee's ID.
- Relocation is permitted under the NWDC permit but is discouraged due to low survival and disease risks.
- Federal and state laws protect specific migratory birds, reptiles, and amphibians.
Rules paraphrased from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) — the primary source. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.
Relocation rules
KDWP permit holders are authorized to transport and release wildlife under certain conditions, but the agency warns that relocation is often ineffective and spreads diseases.
Bat rules
Bats are protected in Kansas. Lethal removal is illegal. Exclusion using one-way doors is the standard control method and must be performed outside the maternity season.
City guides in Kansas
Kansas wildlife law FAQs
Is a permit required for nuisance animal control in Kansas?
Yes. Commercial operators must hold a Nuisance Wildlife Damage Control (NWDC) permit issued by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks.
Can a raccoon or squirrel be relocated in Kansas?
Permit holders can relocate animals under certain guidelines, but KDWP advises that it is often inhumane due to low survival rates. Homeowners are encouraged to focus on exclusion.
Talk to someone about your wildlife problem
Call (844) 578-3091Call hours: Mon–Sun, 8 AM–6 PM. Coverage varies by location.
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