Wildlife Emergency

Every minute of the day, somewhere in the world a wild animal is injured, orphaned, displaced or falls ill. Many of these animals can be helped, and can eventually be returned to the wild.

What Constitutes an Emergency?

Not every animal that is on its own, can't fly or climb, or seems to be in the wrong place, is in need of help. You may find a fallen nest, a fawn without its mother, or a young raptor that cannot fly. There are several important things to consider in these situations. Please read the information that follows, so that you can determine whether the animal needs help, or whether it is exhibiting normal behavior:

• More on What Constitutes an Emergency?
• Why Contact a Wildlife Rehabilitator?
• I found a Baby Bird, NOW WHAT?