Police are reminding residents that it is NOT rabbit hunting season.
This after an injured bunny was discovered in a residents backyard in the Everett area.
Nottawasaga OPP say the animal had been shot with an arrow.
Investigators say measures were taken to save the rabbit but it did not survive.
Police remind those who DO hunt that Cottontail Season is September 15 – March 31.
And if using a bow and arrow ONLY approved equipment is legal.
If caught using improper arrows fines range from $150 – $300.