Danger of Snap Traps Recently, Tucson Wildlife Center has seen an increase in wildlife partially trapped in snap traps meant to kill mice and rats. With large teeth and a…
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BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: Sarah, Wildlife Care Volunteer
As a seasonal resident escaping Michigan winters, Sarah began volunteering at Tucson Wildlife Center to give back to her adopted community as well as to meet others. “With my love…
Patient of the Week: Chihuahuan Raven
This young Chihuahuan Raven was found on the side of the I-10 freeway near Portal, AZ presumably hit by a car. The raven was grounded and in serious condition with…
Patient of the Week: Desert Cottontail
This Desert Cottontail … likely fleeing from a predator or searching for a drink … found himself stuck in a swimming pool. Luckily, he was discovered by the homeowner but,…
BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: John, Wildlife Care Volunteer / Animal Intake Specialist
For many people, being commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Arizona Army National Guard would be enough service work. But for John, it was just a start. His first…
Tucson Classics Car Show Raffle – 2022
Reminder!!!! The 2022 Tucson Classics Car Show (TCCS) is happening on Saturday, October 15, 2022, from 10 am – 4 pm. Raffle tickets are being sold in which you can…
BEHIND THE SCENES Tour – The Sam Goldman Wildlife Hospital
Tucson Wildlife Center, Inc. has been rescuing sick, injured, and orphaned wild animals for 24 years. Our largely volunteer-operated nonprofit provides rescue and release services, medical care, and on-site rehabilitation…
BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: Tim, Wildlife Care Volunteer
Shortly after relocating to Tucson last year, Tim started looking for wildlife volunteer opportunities. Previously he had volunteered at Wildlife Images Rehabilitation Center in Grants Pass, Oregon, and when he…
Patient of the Week: Barn Owl Fledglings
With their unique heart-shaped faces, these four Barn Owl fledglings recently stole the show at the Mescal Movie Set near Benson. One of the most recognizable western cinematic towns on…
Patient of the Week: Desert Horned Lizard
Recently, this Desert Horned Lizard was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after being cut by a weed-eater. After examination, our medical staff cleaned and treated the wounds. In rehab, this…
Patient of the Week: Behind the Scenes – Baby Bird and Small Animal Wing, “The Orphanage”
Tucson Wildlife Center is dedicated to the rescue, emergency medical care, rehabilitation, and release of sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife. During “baby season” from March until September, TWC’s Baby Bird…
BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: Karen, Wildlife Care Specialist
Upon retiring from her job as a medical doctor with Indian Health Service in 2017, Karen began looking for volunteer opportunities to fill some of her free time. Previously, she…
Patient of the Week – Update: Juvenile Barn Owls
These Barn Owls came into Tucson Wildlife Center’s care at different times and under different circumstances, but soon these nine juvenile owls will all take flight. (Barn Owls can have…
Patient of the Week: Juvenile Cooper’s Hawks
Did you know that colliding with a window is one of the most common injuries in birds? Windows often reflect an image of a bird’s habitat, including vegetation and open…
BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: Janet, Wildlife Care Shift Leader
When Janet first discovered Tucson Wildlife Center, she had no idea such a place existed. She had previously been a docent at zoos in Syracuse and Detroit and thought she…
Release Radar: Orphaned Rock Squirrels
These five sibling Rock Squirrels got off to a rocky start in life when they were orphaned right after they were born. Luckily, a construction crew discovered them covered in…
Patient of the Week: Juvenile Ravens
[Sound on for Video below text] These juvenile Ravens are among many young birds, of varying species, arriving at Tucson Wildlife Center this summer emaciated, and in most cases, suffering…
Patient of the Week: Baby Opossum
This baby opossum was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after his mother and siblings were hit and killed by a car. Estimated to be about 12 weeks old, he had…
BEHIND THE SCENES SPOTLIGHT: Jack, TWC Board Secretary
A mechanical engineer and manager by trade, Jack retired from his last loved position as director of the largest piano restoration facility in Los Angeles in 2014 and moved to…
Patient of the Week: Orphaned Bobcat Kitten
At the beginning of July, Tucson Wildlife Center took in an orphaned bobcat kitten for rehabilitation. This baby bobcat had been discovered by Vail residents in an abandoned, backyard chicken…
Tucson Classics Car Show Raffle – 2022
The 2022 Tucson Classics Car Show (TCCS) is happening on Saturday, October 15, 2022, from 10 am – 4 pm. Raffle tickets are being sold in which you can win…
