Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 24 May 2012
167 Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his attention has been drawn to the increase in foxes living in Dublin north central; and if he has concerns regarding same. [26009/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe legislative responsibility of my Department covers farmed animals only. However, while foxes do not come under the remit of my Department, I am nevertheless aware of the increased number of foxes living in urban areas in recent times. As the mating season takes place in January/February, foxes are particularly noticeable at this time of year as the young foxes begin to emerge from the den. This would account for increased sightings at this time of year.
