Texas County MDC agent Chris Ely with caged squirrels raised in captivity. These squirrels were successfully returned to the wild. (Submitted photo)

Missouri Department of Conservation agents urge the public to allow wildlife to remain wild.

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Doug Davison is a writer, photographer and newsroom assistant for the Houston Herald. Contact him by phone at 417-967-2000 or by email at ddavison@houstonherald.com.