Social Behavior of … Snakes? Since we’re talking about snakes, thought this might be interesting. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/snakes-social-behavior?rid=874729A49FC4010B3E1E595BA3153B4A&cmpid=org=ngp::mc=crm-email::src=ngp::cmp=editorial::add=WeeklyEscape_20251029
Kingsnakes Recently, a Kingsnake was admitted to Tucson Wildlife Center after becoming trapped in plastic landscape netting. As the snake struggled to free himself, the netting tightened around his body….
Migratory birds depend on the night Remember to appreciate the dark skies when you are out at night, as you are not alone. https://darksky.org/news/how-darksky-partners-with-the-national-audubon-society-to-promote-lights-out-for-the-birds
Great Horned Owls Tucson Wildlife Center’s rescue team recently responded to three separate Great Horned Owl rescues. In each case, the owl was found near a roadway after an apparent…
Audubon Applauds Bipartisan Water Solution for Arizona’s Urban Areas All politics aside … this is worth reading! https://www.audubon.org/news/audubon-applauds-bipartisan-water-solution-arizonas-urban-areas
Hooded Skunk Release Just in time for Halloween next week, this young Hooded Skunk found himself in a truly frightening situation when he became trapped in a glue trap positioned…
I’ll Bet You Didn’t Know … October is Bat Appreciation Month! You see them every night and they are so important. https://blog.nwf.org/2025/10/october-is-bat-appreciation-month/
Turkey Vulture Release This young turkey vulture was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after colliding with a building. On intake he was found weak and disoriented, showing signs of mild…
Wildlife Across Arizona Here are 6 magnificent species that are making a comeback, thanks to TNC’s legacy of safeguarding and restoring vital landscapes. https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/where-we-work/united-states/arizona/stories-in-arizona/wildlife/?en_txn1=s_fb,ig,lio.reg_wescan.x.x
Mallard Duckling Release Earlier this summer, a family of Mallard ducks landed in a backyard swimming pool. By the next morning, the mother and most of her ducklings had moved…
Invasive Plant Species: Buffelgrass Did you know that Buffelgrass can burn at temperatures of up to 1500 degrees Fahrenheit? https://www.nps.gov/sagu/learn/nature/buffelgrass.htm
Elf Owl Release This Elf Owl was recently brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after colliding with a window. The tiny owl arrived with a mild left-wing droop, but after rehabilitation…
More Dire Colorado River Reservoir Forecasts Reinforce Urgent Need for Action https://www.edf.org/media/more-dire-colorado-river-reservoir-forecasts-reinforce-urgent-need-action
Leucistic Common Poorwill This unusual bird was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after being found on the ground. At first glance, its bright white feathers made it look very different…
Another successful year of improving the Oracle Road wildlife crossings! The Tucson Community Deserves a “Pat on the Back”! https://www.sonorandesert.org/2025/09/04/another-year-improving-oracle-road-crossings
Baby Black-tailed Jackrabbit This young Black-tailed Jackrabbit was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after being rescued from a dog attack. Thanks to the quick actions of the finder, this little…
QUIZ: The Little Owl That Lives in a Cactus Test your knowledge of the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl and learn how you can take action to protect this species. They can…
Cactus Wren This Cactus Wren—Arizona’s state bird—was found stuck to a glue trap. When she arrived at Tucson Wildlife Center, her feathers and delicate skin were covered in sticky adhesive….
The Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act Giving our endangered sea turtles the chance to recover and thrive. https://blog.nwf.org/2025/08/the-sea-turtle-rescue-assistance-and-rehabilitation-act/
Tarantula Recently, several tarantulas have been brought to Tucson Wildlife Center by well-meaning residents who saw them being attacked by tarantula hawk wasps and rescued them. We understand it is…
Can the Border Wall Be Less Harmful to Wildlife? Click the link below, what you find might surprise you. https://skyislandalliance.org/2025/08/can-the-border-wall-be-more-wildlife-friendly
