Most Moreno Valley residents are familiar with our iconic wild burros. They are part of our city’s history, and have been roaming the hillsides for generations. Maybe you’ve caught them munching grass at sunset or strolling nonchalantly across the road. Either way, they are part of our community. In fact, in the next few weeks, KCAL is planning to do a spotlight feature on our beloved burros, so make sure to keep an eye out!
But while our burros are strong and resilient, they still face real dangers—many of which come from human interaction. That’s why it’s up to us to protect them and their habitat.
Perhaps the most important rule is don’t feed the burros. Even though it seems like an act of kindness, feeding the burros messes with their ability to fend for themselves in the wild and makes them too comfortable around people. They’re wild animals, and we need to let them stay wild…