Who to call by state
Idaho
In Idaho, carcasses on state-highway rights-of-way are handled by the Idaho Transportation Department, while Idaho Fish and Game runs the public roadkill reporting and salvage system residents use. For local roads, Idaho agriculture guidance points people to local county highway departments for dead pets along roadways, and some cities route carcasses on public property to animal control. ([apps.itd.idaho.gov](https://apps.itd.idaho.gov/apps/manuals/Operations_Manual.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Checked against official sources on October 4, 2026. Rules and links change; confirm with the office listed before you act.
- Road-killed deer salvage
- Idaho allows salvage of deer and some other wildlife unintentionally struck by vehicles; notify Idaho Fish and Game within 24 hours and obtain the CE-51 salvage permit within 72 hours, with extra rules in CWD management zones. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill))
- Report dead birds or sick wildlife
- Official page →
Official resources in Idaho
Use this page to report roadkill and, if eligible, generate the required CE-51 wildlife salvage permit. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill))
Use this online form to report sick or dead wildlife, including birds, in non-emergency situations. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/whl/report?utm_source=openai))
Explains Idaho dead-animal disposal and says dead pets along a highway or roadway should be reported to the local county highway department. ([agri.idaho.gov](https://agri.idaho.gov/animals/complaints-concerns/dead-animals/?utm_source=openai))
Lists ITD general and district contact information for state-highway issues when you need the road agency. ([itd.idaho.gov](https://itd.idaho.gov/department-directory/))
Key facts for Idaho
- ITD personnel record all animal carcasses removed from state-highway rights-of-way. ([apps.itd.idaho.gov](https://apps.itd.idaho.gov/apps/manuals/Operations_Manual.pdf?utm_source=openai))
- Idaho Fish and Game says reporting roadkill helps both IDFG and ITD prevent wildlife losses and improve highway safety. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill))
- If salvaging eligible road-killed wildlife, notify IDFG within 24 hours and get the permit within 72 hours. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill))
- ISDA says dead pets along a highway or other roadway should go to the local county highway department. ([agri.idaho.gov](https://agri.idaho.gov/animals/complaints-concerns/dead-animals/?utm_source=openai))
- Boise directs animal carcasses on public property to animal control, showing a common city-level approach. ([cityofboise.org](https://www.cityofboise.org/media/2151/2021_na-toolkit_web.pdf?utm_source=openai))
- IDFG's wildlife-health form is for sick or dead wildlife reports, including non-emergency bird die-offs. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/whl/report?utm_source=openai))
What to do next
- If the carcass is on an Idaho state highway, stay off the travel lane first; then use the ITD directory to reach the right district office. ([itd.idaho.gov](https://itd.idaho.gov/department-directory/))
- If you want to keep a road-killed deer, use IDFG's Roadkill & Salvage page promptly so you meet the 24-hour notice and 72-hour permit deadlines. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/roadkill))
- For sick wildlife or dead birds, submit IDFG's wildlife-health report and include photos and an accurate map pin if possible. ([idfg.idaho.gov](https://idfg.idaho.gov/species/whl/report?utm_source=openai))
Helpful guides
- Who removes dead animals on roads?
- Dead animal on private property: whose job is it?
- Dead deer removal: roads, yards and salvage permits
- Dead animal under a house or in a wall: finding it and the smell