King Snake release Originally developed during World War II as a waterproof tape for sealing ammunition cases, duct tape has been used in a variety of ways ever since, including…
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Patient of the Week: 09/20/24
With a minimum $25 donation we will send you a complementary “KEEP TUCSON WILD” sticker as a thank you to show your support of Tucson Wildlife Center’s Mission of Rescue,…
Patient of the Week: 09/13/24
Turkey Vulture This turkey vulture arrived at Tucson Wildlife Center QAR (Quiet, Alert, and Responsive), but extremely dehydrated and anemic. After an exam by our wildlife care team revealed no…
Patient of the Week: 09/06/24
American Kestrel release Brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after being hit by a car, a radiograph confirmed a carpal fracture for this little falcon, an American kestrel. The carpals are…
Patient of the Week: 08/30/24
Greater Roadrunner At Tucson Wildlife Center, our volunteers and staff wear many hats, always using their creativity and resourcefulness to ensure the best care for our wild patients. This Greater…
Patient of the Week: 08/23/24
Juvenile Black-crowned Night Herons In wildlife rehabilitation, the term “conspecific” refers to individuals belonging to the same species. In practice, this term is important because conspecifics can sometimes be housed…
Patient of the Week: 08/16/24
Bullock’s Oriole Release From suffering with fractured bones … to healthy and released, this Bullock’s oriole is an endearing example of defying the odds. Rescued from the jaws of a…
Patient of the Week: 08/09/24
American Badger Rescue and Release Watch the video to see this week’s Patient of the Week, an American badger, go from trapped and frightened to free and grateful. After receiving…
Patient of the Week: 08/02/24
Feeding Time at TWC At Tucson Wildlife Center, feeding times are a critical part of the day, requiring specialized techniques to ensure each patient receives the care and nutrition they…
Blood testing machines fundraiser a success!
Tucson Wildlife Center thanks everyone! Wednesday, we asked for donations to help us purchase Blood Testing Machines. Our goal was reached in one day. We are humbled. The machines are ordered. Thank you…
Patient of the Week: 07/19/24
TWC’s Foster Parents Tucson Wildlife Center is dedicated to the rescue, emergency medical care and rehabilitation of injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife. While it is always our goal to release…
Patient of the Week: 07/12/24
Baby Black-tailed Jackrabbit Desert cottontail or jackrabbit? Rabbit or hare? These were the questions at Tucson Wildlife Center this week. Found alone and on a sidewalk in an urban area,…
Patient of the Week: 07/05/24
Pizza box owl gets released! A heartwarming moment unfolded recently as a great horned owl, that first arrived at Tucson Wildlife Center as a fledgling in a pizza box, was…
Patient of the Week: 06/28/24
Newborn Raccoon TWC would like to remind everyone of the importance of keeping your pets indoors or supervised when they are outside, especially during this time of year. It is…
Patient of the Week: 06/21/24
Bullock’s Oriole Fledgling It is heartwarming to see this oriole fledgling feeling well enough to sing along with other young avian patients at Tucson Wildlife Center. After being rescued from…
Patient of the Week: 06/14/24
American Kestrel Nestlings These kestrel nestlings found themselves on an unexpected journey, when they were inadvertently transported within a truckload of hay. Upon arrival in Sonoita, the nestlings were discovered…
Patient of the Week: 06/07/24
Spiny Softshell turtle This spiny softshell turtle was brought to Tucson Wildlife Center after residents noticed fishing line hanging from her mouth. Their quick action most likely saved her life….
Patient of the Week: 05/31/24
Great Horned Owl Fledgling Whooo ordered the great horned owl? A great horned owl fledgling was recently rescued from a community swimming pool and brought to Tucson Wildlife Center in…
Patient of the Week: 05/24/24
Gambel’s Quail Did you know that Gambel’s quail chicks are considered precocial … meaning they can move around without their parents’ assistance immediately after hatching? They typically follow in line…
Patient of the Week: 05/17/24
Raven Nestling Recently, this raven nestling had an unfortunate fall from its nest. Thankfully, concerned residents called Tucson Wildlife Center for advice and a member of our wildlife care team…
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