This Gila Monster came to Tucson Wildlife Center after being found caught in a snap trap. Upon arrival to TWC, her right front limb was severely swollen. After taking x-rays,…
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Patient of the Week: Raccoons
This holiday season, these young raccoons are sticking together as a family. Upon arrival to Tucson Wildlife Center, it was determined they were orphaned as they were cold, dehydrated, and…
Patient of the Week: Grandpa and Wilma
Thanks to all of the donations of pumpkins and other items from the Tucson community, our Tucson Wildlife Center staff were able to serve many of our animals’ special meals…
Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is almost here. It is on Tuesday, November 30th. Why is Giving Tuesday important to us? Tucson Wildlife Center is open 24/7/365 days a year. For us to…
Patient of the Week: Desert Mud Turtle
In the Sonoran Desert, it’s a rare sight to see certain native species as we’re so accustomed to a dry and harsh climate. However, this previous monsoon season offered many…
Happy Thanksgiving!
From the staff, volunteers, and sanctuary animals from Tucson Wildlife Center
The Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle
Raffle ticket time is almost at a close, have you gotten yours yet? The Jim Click Automotive Team is presenting a new 2021 Ford Bronco Sport to the entire community…
Patient of the Week: Red-tailed Hawk
This hawk has been through a whole lot to get to Tucson Wildlife Center. He was found near the Fantasy Island bike trail on the east side of Tucson unable…
Giving Tuesday
Save the Date! Giving Tuesday is Nov. 30, 2021. What is Giving Tuesday? Recognized around the world, it is the International Day of Generosity. What are ways you can help?…
Patient of the Week: Common Poorwill
This Common Poorwill was brought into Tucson Wildlife Center after being spotted on the ground and unable to fly away. It’s common to find poorwills and birds similar to them…
Patient of the Week: Spotted Skunk
This adorable spotted skunk came into Tucson Wildlife Center after being found caught in a rodent T-rex trap that had a hold of the animal’s right front paw. Upon arrival…
National Veterinary Technician week
THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFUL VET TECHS! It is National Veterinary Technician week and all of us at Tucson Wildlife Center are so grateful for our three veterinary technicians on…
Patient of the Week: Black-Crowned Night Heron
A fledgling at the time, this heron was found near Reid Park after being sighted with what appeared to be head trauma. After being brought to Tucson Wildlife Center, she…
Patient of the Week: Harris’s Hawk
This Harris’s Hawk was found after falling into a citizen’s pool and exhibiting a lack of motor function. Upon being presented to Tucson Wildlife Center, our staff found the reason…
Sharing an Endorsement
Tucson Wildlife Center receives help in so many ways, like in donations, both monetary and in-kind donations. But another way that we receive help is by word of mouth and…
Tucson Classics Car Show Raffle
The 2021 Tucson Classis Car Show (TCCS) is happening on Saturday October 16, 2021. Raffle tickets are being sold in which you can win the grand prize of a brand-new…
Patient of the Week: Common Raven
At Tucson Wildlife Center (TWC), one of the most common causes for admission is when birds fly into windows. There are ways to combat this problem such as putting screens…
Patient of the Week: Arizona Grey Squirrel
This cute Arizona Grey Squirrel came to Tucson Wildlife Center down from Ramsey Canyon in Hereford, AZ. This patient was presented to TWC as cold, dehydrated, and orphaned. After being…
Patient of the Week: Javelina
This juvenile javelina was spotted in Marana after unfortunately getting hit by a car. After citizens notified Tucson Wildlife Center about the situation, a rescue team was sent out to…
Patient of the Week: Sonoran Opossum
Coming all the way from Nogales, AZ, this Sonoran opossum was found alone along the US side of the border. After being brought to Tucson Wildlife Center, this patient was…
Patient of the Week: Swainson’s Hawk
It’s all about distance when it comes to this patient. This hawk was found 80 miles away in Pearce, Arizona as a fledgling. Due to the monsoons, the tree where…
