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What To Do If You Find a Dead Elk

For Dead Elk – Please Call (804) 367-0044

When to call: To report any dead elk killed by a hunter, vehicular accident, or unknown cause(s). This number is NOT for checking elk or other game but is for scheduling the collection of biological samples.

When calling: please leave your name, your contact info (phone number(s) where you can be reached), location of the elk, manner of death (if known), and the date.