It's the baby animal season and local outdoors officials are imploring the public to leave the wildlife alone.

It's that simple says Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police Captain John Williamson. He explains most of the time, the baby's mother knows the animal is there and will come back for it. 

DNR Deputy Director Rachel Torbert says while we may have the best intentions in trying to help these animals that are appealing because of their cute baby attributes, it's not beneficial to those animals to help them in almost every case.

wildlife.illinois.org is the website for information on dealing with animals on your property or to find a wildlife rehab refuge near you. Torbert says as a last resort, then you should call DNR for further guidance.