Find a Rehabber, Raptor Center or Wildlife Office
How can I find a rehabber, raptor center, state wildlife agency, or USFWS regional office for my state?
The American Eagle Foundation has put together the following tables to help website visitors find:
- State Departments of Natural Resources in each state (DNR)
- DNR Offices and Officers in each state.
- Rehabbers in each state (as provided by each DNR)
- Raptor Centers in each state
- Fish and Wildlife (FWS) field offices and officers in each state
- US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Regional Offices
We do our best to keep this page updated. If you come across an inactive link or outdated information, or if would like us to add your Raptor Center to the table, please let us know by emailing our webmaster.
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Page last updated November 9, 2018.
DNR Agencies, Wildlife Contacts, Rehabbers, and Raptor Centers by State
Alabama
State DNR Office:
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Lists of Alabama Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Alabama Wildlife Center
Oak Mountain State Park, Pelham, AL
Wildlife Help Line: 205-663-7930 x 2 8am-8pm, 7 days a week
If you have found an injured Eagle, Hawk, Owl, Vulture, or other raptor, AWC will try to help you get the bird to our rehabilitation clinic at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham (just south of Birmingham). If you are closer to Opelika, we will try to help you get the bird to the Southeastern Raptor Center at the Auburn School of Veterinary Medicine.
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Southeastern Raptor Center
Auburn University, Auburn AL
334-844-4546
The center makes presentations to more than 30,000 people throughout the southeastern U.S each year. The center also rehabilitates hundreds of injured, ill or orphaned raptors annually.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Alabama
Southeast Region (Region 4)
Alaska
State DNR Office:
Alaska Department of Natural Resources
- Website
- 907-269-8400
Lists of Alaska Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Alaska Raptor Center
Sitka, Alaska
800-643-9425; 907-747-8663
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Juneau Raptor Center
Juneau, Alaska
To report an injured bird in the Juneau area, call the JRC hotline at 907-790-5424
JRC provides medical care to over 150 sick and injured raptors and other birds each year. JRC also delivers educational programs, featuring non-releasable birds, to local and regional groups, teaching audiences of all ages the basics of conservation.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Alaska:
Alaska Region (Region 7)
Arizona
State DNR Office:
Arizona Game and Fish
Lists of Arizona Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Wild At Heart
Cave Creek, AZ
For injured raptor emergencies (live person 24 hours), call 480-595-5047. For non-emergencies, call between 10am and 4pm.
Wild At Heart operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We recognize that injuries and mishaps can happen on any day and at any time for these birds. It is our mission to be available in person when the birds need assistance.The Wild At Heart organization is coordinated and managed by a core group of remarkably dedicated and energetic individuals. Our facilities include 51 outdoor aviaries, and an on-site, indoor critical-care room for any raptors needing short-term, or ongoing medical treatment.
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Raptor Ranch
Flagstaff, AZ
888-736-2805
Raptor Ranch is a wildlife education facility, bird of prey breeding project, and home of the Northern Arizona Raptor Foundation. Our mission is to provide the public with an understanding of raptors, falconry, and wildlife conservation through unique educational displays and demonstrations.
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Adobe Mountain Wildlife Center
Phoenix, AZ
623-582-9806
Adobe Mountain Wildlife Center receives hundreds of animals annually. Thanks to the dedication of our volunteers and the support of the public, we successfully return 70% back into the wild. The Center operates on a limited budget from the Heritage Fund and private donations.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Arizona:
Southwest Region (Region 2)
Arkansas
State DNR Office:
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Lists of Arkansas Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Raptor Rehab of Central Arkansas
El Paso, AR
501-450-2653
At Raptor Rehab of Central Arkansas our mission is to provide quality care and rehabilitation for ill, injured or orphaned birds of prey with the goal of their release back into the wild.
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Morning Star Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Gravette, AR
479-795-1515; 479-633-1908
US Fish & Wildlife Service Rehabilitation; US Fish & Wildlife (Special purpose possession) Arkansas Wildlife Rehabilitation; Morning Star is especially interested in native Arkansas species, including raptors, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Arkansas:
Southeast Region (Region 4)
California
State DNR Office:
California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Lists of California Rehabbers:
- Wildlife Rehabilitation Facilities
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitators
- Southeastern Outdoors – California Wildlife Rehabilitators
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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California Raptor Center
Davis, CA
Rehabilitation office – 530-7520-6091; Education office – 530-752-9994.
The California Raptor Center (CRC) is dedicated to the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. The Raptor Center and the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) together receive about 300-350 injured or ill raptors each year from concerned people in the community who care enough to take action when they encounter an injured bird. Many of the raptors treated are admitted due to adverse contact with human activity. Through care and rehabilitation about 60% of these birds are released.
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Ojai Raptor Center
Ojai, CA
805-649-6884
The Ojai Raptor Center (ORC) is a state and federally licensed 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of birds of prey and other wildlife, and to providing educational programs about wildlife and our shared environment.
Regional USFWS Office Serving California: California and Nevada
Pacific Southwest (Region 8)
Colorado
State DNR Office:
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
List of Colorado Rehabbers:
- 2015 Colorado Public Wildlife Rehabilitators – (PDF)
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Rocky Mountain Raptor Program
Fort Collins, CO
Emergency on-call: 970-222-0322
For 33 years, Rocky Mountain Raptor Program has served the northern Colorado community through rescue, rehabilitation & release of injured birds of prey. Our community-based team of veterinary experts and specially trained volunteers provides all aspects of raptor care ranging from compassionate medical care to constructing cages that serve as temporary homes for recovering birds.
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Birds of Prey Foundation
Broomfield, CO
303-460-0674
The Birds of Prey Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of injured and orphaned raptors. Each year over 500 birds arrive for care from all over Colorado and other states.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Colorado:
Mountain-Prairie Region (Region 6)
Connecticut
State DNR Office:
Department of Energy & Environmental Protection
List of Connecticut Rehabbers:
- Connecticut Wildlife Rehabilitators Association
- Persons Authorized to Handle and Care for Hawks and Owls
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Horizon Wings
Ashford, CT
(860) 429-2181
Horizon Wings is a non-profit Wildlife Rehabilitation Center specializing in Birds of Prey. All of their funding is provided by educational programs and donations.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Connecticut:
Northeast Region (Region 5)
Delaware
State DNR Office:
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
- Website
- Contact: Special Agent Tolland, Ct: 860-871-8348
List of Delaware Rehabbers:
- Council of Wildlife Rehabilitators and Educators
- Tri-State Bird Rescue
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Rehabilitators
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research
Newark, DE
302-737-9543
The mission of Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research is to achieve excellence in the rehabilitation of injured, orphaned, and oiled native wild birds, with the goal of returning healthy birds to their natural environment. We do this through compassionate care, humane research, and education. In response to community need, Tri-State Bird Rescue opened a full-time Wild Bird Clinic in 1982 to care for ill, injured, and orphaned wild birds. We outgrew the original facility because of a rapidly growing caseload and with the help of the community, Tri-State opened a new state-of-the-art wildlife facility in 1989. Today the Frink Center for Wildlife consists of animal care wards, surgery and research labs, outdoor aviaries and pools, an oil spill facility, and administrative offices.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Delaware:
Northeast Region (Region 5)
Florida
State DNR Office:
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Lists of Florida Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
Maitlan, FL
407-644-0190
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The Avian Reconditioning Center
Apopka, FL
FOR HELP call 407-461-1056
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C.R.O.W.
Sanabel Island, FL
FOR RESCUE HELP: 239-472-3644 x 222
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Peace River Wildlife Center
Punta Gordo, FL
941-637-3830
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Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Naples, FL
239-262-2273 (8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. daily)
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Mary Keller Seabird Rehabilitation Sanctuary
Ponce Inlet, FL
386-304-5545
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Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida
Pensacola, FL
850-433-9453
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
Maitlan, FL
407-644-0190
This urban environmental Audubon Center focuses on the rescue, medical treatment, rehabilitation and release of Florida’s raptors.
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The Avian Reconditioning Center
Apopka, FL
407-461-1056
Rehabilitation, Education, Falconry Caring for injured and orphaned birds of prey is at the core of what we do. Our education programs are designed to encourage interest and concern for Florida’s native birds of prey. Falconry training allows us to better assess a bird’s ability to survive in the wild.
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C.R.O.W
Sanibel Island, FL
239-472-3644 x 222
For more than four decades, CROW has provided compassionate care to animals at all stages of illness and injury. Whether providing for an orphaned baby rabbit or rehabilitating an injured raccoon and releasing it back into the wild, our staff and volunteers are making a difference and our 4,800-square-foot wildlife hospital is where it all takes place. CROW also treats and rehabilitates raptors.
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Peace River Wildlife Center
Punta Gordo, FL
941-637-3830
Peace River Wildlife Center is a member of the Florida Wildlife Rehabilitation Association (FWRA), the National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association, and the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council. We are licensed and overseen and licensed by the US FWC, USDA, and FL FWC. Open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm daily for injured animal intake. The mission of the Peace River Wildlife Center is to treat and rehabilitate injured and orphaned native Florida wildlife (except venomous snakes) and, if possible, to return them to the wild. If they cannot be returned to their natural habitat due to sustained non life-threatening physical limitations, a permanent home shall be provided by the Center. We also seek to inform the public about native Florida wildlife and how to co-exist with these beautiful creatures successfully through formal educational outreach activities.
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Conservancy of Southwest Florida
Naples, FL
239-262-2273 (8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. daily)
Our mission is protecting Southwest Florida’s unique and natural environment, now and forever. We work to protect land, water, and wildlife, encourage planned growth and educate the public on Southwest Florida environment. The Conservancy works to protect and rehabilitate many of the 100 threatened or listed species in Florida in a variety of ways. Our scientists conduct regular research on wildlife and their habitats. The von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida treats over 3,000 of injured, orphaned or sick native animals on an annual basis.
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Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida
Pensacola, FL
850-433-9453
We are a non-profit organization based in Pensacola, Florida, that works to provide appropriate care to injured or orphaned indigenous wildlife. We receive injured or orphaned wildlife, provide medical care and fostering during recovery, and rehabilitate and release wildlife, if possible. We work in cooperation with local, state, and federal wildlife agencies. We also provide educational outreach and conduct educational programs.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Florida:
Southeast Region (Region 4)
Georgia
State DNR Office:
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
List of Georgia Rehabbers:
- Wildlife Rehabilitation Listings
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Center for Wildlife Education and the Lamar Q Ball, Jr. Raptor Center
Georgia Southern University / Statesboro, GA
912-478-0831
All of our birds are unable to be released into the wild due to injuries or behavioral handicaps. The Center for Wildlife Education and The Lamar Q Ball, Jr. Raptor Center strives to provide quality environmental education for visitors of all ages. The Center exists to support Georgia Southern University in its environmental education programs, as well as to provide wildlife encounters for the school children and citizens of this region.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Georgia and the Southwest:
Southwest Region (Region 4)
Hawai’i
State DNR Office:
Department of Land and Natural Resources
List of Hawai’i Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Hawai’i Wildlife Center
Kapa’au, HI
808-884-5000
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Hawai’i Wildlife Center
Kapa’au, HI
808-884-5000
Hawaii’s only state-of-the art response, rehabilitation, research and education organization exclusively for and about native wildlife.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Hawaii:
Pacific Region (Region 1)
Idaho
State DNR Office:
Idaho Governor’s Office of Species Conservation
List of Idaho Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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The Peregrine Fund’s World Center for Birds of Prey
Boise, ID
208-362-3716
The Peregrine Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving birds of prey from extinction. One of the primary missions of the World Center for Birds of Prey is the propagation of critically endangered species. Due to the necessity of maintaining a disease-free environment for these raptors, we cannot bring wild birds into our facilities. Therefore, we generally are not able to be involved in the rehabilitation of injured wild raptors.
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Raptor Research Center, Boise State University
Boise, ID
208-426-3329
The Raptor Research Center (RRC) operates in the College of Arts and Sciences at Boise State University. The RRC and the Dept. of Biological Sciences share common interests in basic biology and the conservation of natural resources. The center and department collaborate to pursue these interests through research, education, and conservation, especially regarding raptors (birds of prey) and their ecosystems.
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Birds of Prey Northwest
Coeur d’Alene, ID
208-245-1367
The Birds of Prey Northwest provides medical treatment and rehabilitation to sick, injured, and orphaned birds of prey with the ultimate goal of returning them to the wild. Birds of Prey Northwest provides expert evaluation and care in coordination with other raptor centers and wildlife agencies, and train volunteer raptor caregivers.
Regional USFWS Office
Serving the Pacific Region (Region 1)
Illinois
State DNR Office:
Illinois DNR
List of Illinois Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Quincy, IL
217-228-1982
Although we specialize in birds of prey (hawks, owls and eagles) as wildlife rehabilitators, we attempt to provide care for any injured or orphaned wild animals.
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Illinois Raptor Center
Decatur, IL
217-963-6909
The Purpose of the Illinois Raptor Center is the rehabilitation of orphaned and injured wildlife for their return to the wild; the extension of wildlife and environmental education; to protect threatened and endangered species through education and rehabilitation; to promote humane and responsible treatment of animals; all within the guidelines of local, state and federal laws and regulations.
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Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Quincy, IL
217-228-1982
The Raptor Rehabilitation Center located in Quincy, Illinois, is dedicated to the recovery and preservation of Birds of Prey and other wild animals.
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SOAR Illinois
Earlville, IL
815-312-1206
SOAR only accepts birds of prey. ~to EDUCATE the public on the importance of raptors and habitat; ~to PROMOTE the scientific study of free-living raptors; ~to TRAIN raptor handlers, and help improve conditions for all raptors in captivity; ~to REHABILITATE ill, injured, and orphaned raptors and return them to the wild; ~to help RESOLVE human/raptor conflicts.
Regional USFWS Office:
Serving the Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region (Region 3)
Indiana
State DNR Office:
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Lists of Indiana Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Indiana DNR Permitted Wild Animal Rehabilitators – as of Sept. 23, 2015 – (PDF)
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Ft. Wayne, IN
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Indiana Raptor Center
Nashville, IN
812-988-8990
Indiana Raptor Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of injured or orphaned wild birds, their rehabilitation and their return to the wild. Our mission is comprised of a triad of objectives, none of which may be effectively achieved without the others: Rehabilitation, Education, and Conservation.
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Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Ft. Wayne, IN
260-241-0134
Based in Allen County, Indiana, Soarin’ Hawk is dedicated to the rescue, recovery and release of injured and orphaned birds of prey. We are an organization for anyone interested in conservation of birds of prey, whether it be through rehabilitation, education or preservation of habitat.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Indiana:
Great Lakes -Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Iowa
State DNR Office:
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
List of Iowa Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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SOAR (Saving Our Avian Resources)
Dedham, IA
712-830-6116
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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SOAR (Saving Our Avian Resources)
Dedham, IA
712-830-6116
Saving Our Avian Resources (SOAR) is a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1999 dedicated to saving our avian resources through raptor rehabilitation, education, and research. SOAR maintains all necessary US Fish & Wildlife Service and Iowa DNR permits to provide the rehabilitation and education.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Iowa:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Kansas
State DNR Office:
Kansas Wildlife, Parks & Tourism
List of Kansas Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Eagle Valley Raptor Center
Cheney, KS
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Eagle Valley Raptor Center
Cheney, KS
316-393-0710
Eagle Valley Raptor Center specializes in native Kansas Birds of Prey. These include Eagles, Hawks, Owls, Kites, Falcons and Vultures. It is our great pleasure to help these animals become independent again and return back to their natural way of life.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Kansas:
Mountain-Prairie Region – (Region 6)
Kentucky
State DNR Office:
Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources
List of Kentucky Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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RROKI (Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky, Inc.)
RESCUE LINE: 502-491-1939
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Western Kentucky Raptor Center
Owensboro, KY
Emergency: Kristin 270-993-6022 / Grant 270-231-2764 / Eric 270-222-8527
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Liberty Nature Center
Somerset, KY
606-679-9453 or 616-219-1450
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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RROKI (Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky, Inc.)
Louisville, KY
RESCUE LINE: 502-491-1939
We are an all volunteer group dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned birds of prey. We rely solely on the dedication of volunteers and the generosity of our supporters. We take in between 250-300 sick, injured and orphaned raptors every year, and release over 60% back into the wild.
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Western Kentucky Raptor Center
Owensboro, KY
IF EMERGENCY, CONTACT: Kristin 270-993-6022 / Grant 270 – 231-2764 /Eric 270-222-8527
Dedicated to conservation of birds of prey through public education. Rehabilitation of injured or orphaned raptors. Reconditioning and release of raptors utilizing falconry techniques.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Kentucky:
Southeast Region (Region 4)
Louisiana
State DNR Office:
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
List of Louisiana Rehabbers
U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
Wildlife Rehabilitators – Dept. of Wildlife & Fisheries
Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Heckhaven Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Lake Charles, LA
337-477-6129
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Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
225-578-9600
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Heckhaven Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Lake Charles, LA
337-477-6129
Heckhaven Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is a non-profit 501c, animal welfare organization, with federal and state rehabilitation permits. Our sole purpose is to care for, rehabilitate and release back into their natural environment any and all wild born creatures that find themselves in the hands of man. We take in over one thousand injured or orphaned wild animals and raptors per year, including deer, pelicans, eagles, owls, ospreys, hawks, racoons, foxes, mink, opossum, nutria, squirrels and wild rabbits, most of which are brought to us by Animal Control Officers, Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Agents, and Louisiana Park Rangers. We provide care and medical treatment, and then release the animals back into the wild on protected reserves and refuges. We also take in and care for abandoned or abused exotic pets.
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Wildlife Hospital of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA / Louisiana State University
Small Animal Clinic (225) 578-9600 / Large Animal Clinic (225) 578-9500
Our mission is to carry out conservation medicine by providing veterinary care for injured wildlife, conduct conservation research, and educate the public about wildlife conservation in the state of Louisiana.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Louisiana
(Southeast Region – Region 4)
Maine
State DNR Office:
Inland Fisheries & Wildlife
List of Maine Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Center for Wildlife
Cape Neddick, ME
(207) 361-1400
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Avian Haven Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
Freedom, ME
207-382-6761
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Acadia Wildlife
Bar Harbor, ME
207-288-4960
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Center for Wildlife
Cape Neddick, ME
Wildlife Assistance Hotline: (207) 361-1400
The Center for Wildlife is a private, non-profit organization with a mission to build a sustainable future for wildlife in our community through our medical treatment, rehabilitation, educational outreach, research, and conservation activities. Our clinic treats an average of 1,600 injured and orphaned wild animals, and our education team presents programming to 7,500 participants annually.
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Avian Haven Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
Freedom, ME
207-382-6761
Our annual case load has increased from about 300 to about 1,500, making us one of the largest rehabilitation practices in New England. All told to date, nearly 12,000 birds from more than 100 species have been treated at Avian Haven. We accept birds of all species from the general public, and via referrals from veterinarians, Maine Wildlife Biologists, Maine Game Wardens, Animal Control Officers, and other Maine rehabilitators. We are not a nature center or a zoo; all of our birds are being prepared for release to the wild and thus are required by our permit conditions to have minimal contact with humans.
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Acadia Wildlife
Bar Harbor, ME
207-288-4960
Acadia Wildlife Foundation is a non-profit wildlife rehabiitation clinic and Nature Center located in Bar Harbor, Maine. Acadia Wildlife Foundation was founded in 1994 with the goal of caring for injured or orphaned native animals and releasing them back to the wild. The care of wildlife, or wildlife rehabilitation, is done here by trained professionals with licenses from the state of Maine, and the federal government. Animals are brought to our clinic by game wardens, vets, police, marine patrol, and by many members of the general public from three counties of central, coastal Maine.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Maine
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Maryland
State DNR Office:
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
List of Maryland Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Owl Moon Raptor Center
Boyds, MD
301-353-8947
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Owl Moon Raptor Center
Boyds, MD
301-353-8947
Founded in 2002, Owl Moon Raptor Center is a state and federally licensed wildlife rehabilitation center specializing in birds of prey. We have been a licensed non-profit organization since 2014. Owl Moon cooperates with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife & Heritage Service, and local animal control offices and humane societies to answer calls concerning injured, orphaned, or otherwise jeopardized birds of prey. Owl Moon rescues, rehabilitates, and reconditions raptors with the goal of returning them to the wild.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Maryland:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Massachusetts
State DNR Office:
Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs
List of Massachusetts Rehabbers:
Leverett, Massachusetts
413-549-8164 – Julie Anne Collier / 978-657-5672 – Jim Parks
Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed raptor rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these nonreleasable raptors, and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994 WINGMASTERS has presented thousands of programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England.
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Massachusetts Raptor Center
Taunton, MA
508-823-3963
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The Massachusetts Birds of Prey Rehab Facility
Conway, MA
Tom Ricardi – rehabber 413-369-4072
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New England Wildlife Center
South Weymouth, MA
781-682-4878
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Wingmasters
Leverett, Massachusetts
413-549-8164 – Julie Anne Collier / 978-657-5672 – Jim Parks
Julie Anne Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed raptor rehabilitators based in Massachusetts. Together they care for injured birds of prey. Most of the birds they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further licensed to provide a home for these non-releasable raptors, and to use them for educational programs. Since 1994 WINGMASTERS has presented over 5000 programs at schools, libraries and museums throughout New England.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Massachusetts:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Michigan
State DNR Office:
Michigan Department of Natural Resource
List of Michigan Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Michigan Licensed Rehabilitators (DNR)
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Braveheart Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Twin Lake, MI
231-821-9125
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Wings of Wonder – Raptor Education, Rehabilitation, & Research
13035 S Greenway Trail, Empire, MI 49630I
(231) 326-4663
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Braveheart Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Twin Lake, MI
231-821-9125
The purpose of the Center is to rehabilitate sick, injured and/or orphaned raptors and return them to the wild in a healthy and fit condition. Educating the public (particularly school-age children) about wildlife conservation, ecology, and habitat preservation is a primary goal. The Center also hopes to increase the overall knowledge of rehabilitation methods through fieldwork, scientific research, and networking with others in the field. We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
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Wings of Wonder Raptor Center
13035 S Greenway Trail, Empire, MI 49630
(231) 326-4663
Wings of Wonder is licensed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the US Fish and Wildlife Service to admit injured, sick and orphaned raptors. These birds come from a variety of sources: DNR, local veterinary clinic referrals, 911 calls, the National Park Service, and folks who have found injured birds.
Our primary goal is to release healthy and fully conditioned raptors back into the wild. The center currently has 9 area veterinary hospitals providing medical services and resources when needed in the treatment of injured raptors. These resources include radiology, surgery, euthanasia, medications, laboratory tests, orthopedics, etc. Most raptors admitted to Wings of Wonder are seen by a tending veterinarian within 48 hours of their arrival.
All pre and post intensive rehabilitation work is done on site in the Wings of Wonder hospital. As raptor patients become healthier and stronger they are moved outdoors into our conditioning and pre-release flight enclosures. The enclosures vary in size and include the smallest at 8 ft x 10 ft. all the way up to our largest which is 100 ft x 16 ft. Currently Wings of Wonder is one of only three facilities in the state of Michigan with a 100 foot or larger flight training/conditioning enclosure. The aviary is big enough to aerobically condition large bald eagles and turkey vultures prior to their release.
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Regional USFWS Office Serving Michigan:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Minnesota
State DNR Office:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resource
Lists of Minnesota Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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The Raptor Center
St. Paul, MN / College of Veterinary Medicine / University of Minnesota
612-624-4745 / After hours / weekends: 612-702-9924
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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The Raptor Center
St. Paul, MN / College of Veterinary Medicine / University of Minnesota
612-624-4745 / After hours and weekends: 612-702-9924
Established in 1974 as part of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, The Raptor Center rehabilitates more than 700 sick and injured raptors each year, while helping to identify emerging environmental issues related to raptor health and populations. An internationally renowned education facility, The Raptor Center trains veterinary students and veterinarians from around the world to become future leaders in raptor medicine and conservation. In addition, The Raptor Center reaches more than 200,000 people annually through its unique public education programs and events.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Minnesota:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Mississippi
State DNR Office:
Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, & Parks
Lists of Mississippi Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Alison Sharpe, Wildlife Care and Rescue Center
Biloxi MS
228-669-2737
- Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc.
Lake Cormorant, MS
Wildlife Hotline: 662-429-5105
Founder & Executive Director: Valery Smith
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
There are no raptor centers in Mississippi at this time. WRANPS Wildlife Center (Pass Christian) was wiped out by Hurricane Katrina and has not reopened.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Mississippi
Southeast Region – (Region 4).
Missouri
State DNR Office:
Missouri Department of Conservation
List of Missouri Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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World Bird Sanctuary
St. Louis, MO
636-225-4390
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Raptor Rehabilitation Project
Columbia, MO / University of Missouri / College of Veterinary Medicine
573-882-7821 / Weekends and after hours: 573-882-4589
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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World Bird Sanctuary
St. Louis, MO
636-225-4390 / Injured Bird: 636-861-1392
The World Bird Sanctuary’s mission is to preserve the earth’s biological diversity and to secure the future of threatened bird species in their natural environments. We work to fulfill that mission through education, captive breeding, field studies and rehabilitation.
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Raptor Rehabilitation Project
Columbia, MO / University of Missouri / College of Veterinary Medicine
To report injured birds: 573-882-7821 or Weekends / after hours: 573-882-4589
Email (for presentation inquiries)
Goals: To rehabilitate and release birds of prey back into the wild; to educate the public about raptors & their importance in our environment; to gain more information about raptors. The Raptor Rehabilitation Project is a service and education organization of the University of Missouri-College of Veterinary Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Veterinary students, community members and other University of Missouri students volunteer their time and effort in rehabilitating injured raptors and caring for resident birds. Volunteers also help raise public awareness by giving presentations throughout central Missouri. We bring education birds on these presentations to teach people about the ecological and cultural importance of birds of prey.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Missouri:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – Region 3)
Montana
State DNR Office:
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
Lists of Montana Rehabbers:
Bozeman, MT
Injured Raptor: Call 406-585-1211
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Montana Raptor
Bozeman, MT
Injured Raptor: Call 406-585-1211
Saving Raptors since 1988. Our mission is to improve the welfare of raptors across Montana through rehabilitation of injured birds, community education, and partnerships for raptor conservation and research.
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Raptors of the Rockies
Florence, MT
For injured raptors call licensed rehabilitator Pam Broussard at (406) 552-9599
To provide a lifetime of quality care to permanently disabled birds of prey; to educate schools and the public through the use of live birds such as eagles, hawks, falcons and owls in raptor education and wildlife art programs; to instill a sense of respect and admiration for these skilled hunters and to promote wildlife conservation and habitat preservation for our wild bird populations. Not open to the public.
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Raptor View Research Institute
P.O. Box 4323
Missoula, MT 59806
406-258-6813
Raptor View Research Institute, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit research and education organization established in 2004 and based in Missoula, Montana. Executive Director, Rob Domenech, has been researching and monitoring raptors in Western Montana since 1993. The mission of RVRI is to provide knowledge of raptors (birds of prey) and the ecosystems that support them to the public and scientific community, through research conservation and education.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Montana:
Mountain-Prairie Region (Region 6)
Nebraska
State DNR Office:
Nebraska Department of Natural Resources
Lists of Nebraska Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Fontenelle Forest
Bellevue, NE
402-994-2009
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Fontenelle Forest
Bellevue, NE
FFRR Center: 402-994-2009
Fontenelle Forest’s Raptor Recovery (FFRR) is part of Fontenelle Forest. They are the only group in the State of Nebraska permitted by the state and federal government to rehabilitate orphaned or injured raptors. They provide care and support for injured and orphaned raptors in preparation for release; they assist in the management of raptor populations and raptor research; and generate public support for raptor conservation through educational programs, displays, and special events utilizing live (non-releasable) raptors as ambassadors for their kind. Each year FFRR receives hundreds of injured, sick, poisoned, or orphaned birds of prey. The birds receive medical care while minimizing human contact. Once restored to health, they are banded and released.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Nebraska:
Mountain-Prairie Region (Region 6)
Nevada
State DNR Office:
Nevada Department of Wildlife
List of Nevada Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Raptor Adventures
Reno, NV
530-263-7569
Get up close and personal as awe-inspiring hawks, falcons and owls demonstrate the amazing skills of raptors in this fascinating, entertaining and educational presentation by falconers Jim and Kathleen Tigan. This is primarily an educational / entertaining organization.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Nevada:
Pacific Southwest Region – (Region 8)
New Hampshire
State DNR Office:
New Hampshire Fish and Game
List of New Hampshire Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
- New Hampshire School of Falconry
Deering, NH
603-464-6213
This Federally licensed falconry school is available for demonstrations and/or classes. Choose a falconry experience that meets your level of expectations and desires, from an educational program geared to all ages to actually flying a bird or to following a real hunt in which a raptor and a pointing dog work as a team with a master falconer.
Regional USFWS Office Serving New Hampshire:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
New Jersey
State DNR Office:
New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife
List of New Jersey Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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The Raptor Trust
Millington, NJ
908-647-2353 (leave message)
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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The Raptor Trust
Millington, NJ
Leave a message at: 908-647-2353 with all information concerning the raptor. Educational inquiries: 908-647-1091
The Raptor Trust is one of the premier wild bird rehabilitation centers in the United States. Located in central New Jersey, the Trust includes a hospital with state-of-the-art medical facilities, quality exterior housing for several hundred birds, and an education building. A stalwart advocate for birds of prey for three decades, it is now recognized as a national leader in the fields of raptor conservation and avian rehabilitation.The Raptor Trust is open to the public seven days a week.
Regional USFWS Office Serving New Jersey:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
New Mexico
State DNR Office:
New Mexico Game and Fish
Lists of New Mexico Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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The Sante Fe Raptor Center
Sante Fe, NM
Report an injured Bird: 505-699-0455 (Santa Fe) / 505-662-7418 (Los Alamos)
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Wildlife Rescue, Inc. of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
505-344-2500
If there is no time to call, transport the animal to the wildlife clinic:
2901 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 98108
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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The Sante Fe Raptor Center
Sante Fe, NM
Report an injured bird: 505-699-0455 (Santa Fe) / 505-662-7418 (Los Alamos)
The mission of The Santa Fe Raptor Center is to care for injured birds in order to release them back into their natural habitat through rescue, rehabilitation, and release. Hundreds of injured and orphaned birds are found by caring individuals each year in New Mexico. Common causes of trauma are impact with power lines and vehicles, and poisoning by pest control products and lead gunshot. If you find a wild bird that needs help please call us at 699-0455 or 662-7418. We can advise you on what to do and will arrange to get the bird to our facility. Santa Fe Raptor Center is a registered nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization.
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Wildlife Rescue, Inc. of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
505-344-2500
If there is no time to call, transport the animal to the wildlife clinic:
2901 Candelaria Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 98108
Mission statement: to raise, rehabilitate, release and educate.
Regional USFWS Office Serving New Mexico:
Southwest Region – (Region 2)
New York
State DNR Office:
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Lists of New York Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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North Country Wild Care
Hotline: 518-964-6740
North Country Wild Care is a network of home based wildlife rehabilitators located in Schenectady, Warren, Washington, Saratoga, Albany, Rensselaer, Montgomery, Fulton and Essex Counties. North Country Wild Care is a non-profit organization formed in 2001 to assist rehabilitators in their work. Wildlife Rehabilitators are New York State Department of Environmental Conservation licensed volunteers who take care of injured and orphaned wildlife. Learn more about rehabilitator licensing on the NYS DEC website
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Delaware Valley Raptor Center
Milford, PA (but just over the border from NY, and serves much of southeast NY.)
570-296-6025
The Delaware Valley Raptor Center, located in Milford, PA, is a private, not-for-profit, tax-exempt state and federally licensed rehabilitation organization dedicated to the rehabilitation and conservation of birds of prey (hawks, eagles, owls, falcons, and vultures). Our goals are to provide humane professional care for orphaned, ill, and injured raptors so they can ultimately be returned to the wild, healthy and no longer dependent upon humans for survival. We also strive to foster a greater appreciation and respect for all wildlife through public education programs and the publication of the DVRC Journal.
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Adorandack Raptors
518-529-6331
Adirondack Raptors is a privately owned business that monitors and studies local raptor populations. The goal is to educate the public about these incredible creatures. Mark Manske established Adirondack Raptor Inc. in 2008. He was a public school educator for 27 years, an Adjunct Professor at Paul Smiths College from 2007 to 2012, a wildlife rehabilitator from 1994 through 2002, a master falconer since 2003, a master raptor bander since 1988, and a licensed nuisance wildlife control agent from 2008 through 2012. He has published several articles on birds of prey in scientific journals through the years.
Regional USFWS Office Serving New York:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
North Carolina
State DNR Office:
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
List of North Carolina Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Carolina Raptor Center
Huntersville, NC
To report an injured raptor or speak with someone in our hospital, call 704-875-6521 x 111. Hospital hours are 7:30 am to 7 pm.
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Cape Fear Raptor Center
Rocky Point, NC
910-687-6888
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Carolina Raptor Center
Huntersville, NC
To report an injured raptor or speak with someone in our hospital, call 704-875-6521 x 111.
Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey, through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors.
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Cape Fear Raptor Center
Rocky Point, NC
910-687-6888
http://www.capefearraptorcenter.org/in-taking-bird-information
The mission of Cape Fear Raptor Center is to provide compassionate and aggressive rehabilitation services to injured raptors with the goal of release back to their natural habitat. Furthermore, we provide education to citizens of North Carolina and the Southeastern region on the importance that raptors serve in our ecosystem in order to help ensure the presence ofr raptors in our environment for generations to come.
Regional USFWS Office Serving North Carolina:
Southeast Region – (Region 4)
North Dakota
State DNR Office:
North Dakota Game and Fish Department
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Dakota Zoo
Bismarck, ND
701-223-7543
The Dakota Zoo conducts medical treatment and rehabilitation for numerous raptors each year, specializing in endangered and threatened species, particularly eagles. By federal law, all raptors are the property of the US Fish & Wildlife Service, and the Dakota Zoo assists with veterinary care and rehabilitation on a permitted basis. Information on birds that have been shot is relayed to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service for investigation and prosecution. While we enjoy having raptors on exhibit and being able to educate Zoo visitors about them, it is a far better feeling when we are able to rehabilitate and return a recovered bird back into the wild.
Regional USFWS Office Serving North Dakota:
Mountain-Prairie Region – (Region 6)
Ohio
State DNR Office:
ODNR Division of Wildlife
List of Ohio Rehabbers:
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Medina Raptor Center
Spencer, OH
330-667-2386
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Glen Helen Raptor Center
Yellow Springs, OH
937-767-7648
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The Ohio Bird Sanctuary
Mansfield, OH
419-884-4295
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Raptor, Inc.
Milford, OH
513-825-3325
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Medina Raptor Center
Spencer, OH
330-667-2386
The Medina Raptor Center is a state and federally licensed facility dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of birds of prey. Our mission and focus also include educational outreach programs that utilize live birds of prey to educate children and adults about raptors and their role in the ecosystem, and the need to preserve habitat. It is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization.
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Glen Helen Raptor Center
Yellow Springs, OH
937-767-7648
The purpose of the Raptor Center is to rehabilitate injured birds of prey, and to educate the public about raptors, other wildlife, and conservation issues.
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The Ohio Bird Sanctuary
Mansfield, OH
419-884-4295
The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is a 501(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of Ohio’s native birds of prey and songbirds, with an emphasis on educating the community about conservation of our natural resources. It is open to the public, with over 90 acres including hiking trails, live birds of prey display, and a walk-through songbird aviary.
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Raptor, Inc.
Milford, OH
513-825-3325
RAPTOR serves the greater Cincinnati area, rehabilitating injured birds of prey and providing education programs to the public on raptors and their contribution to the ecosystem. RAPTOR maintains a volunteer organization to support its activities including: coordination and pickup of injured raptors, rehabilitation and release of injured raptors, care and feeding of RAPTOR’s education birds, outreach educational programs, and maintenance and enhancement of RAPTOR’s facilities.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Ohio:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Oklahoma
State DNR Office:
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
List of Oklahoma Rehabbers:
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitar Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Oklahoma Raptor Center
Broken Arrow, OK
918-455-6627
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Bah Kho-Je (People of the Grey Snow)
Perkins, OK
405-334-7171
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Oklahoma Raptor Center
Broken Arrow, OK
918-455-6627
The Oklahoma Raptor Center has worked since 1990 to raise, rehabilitate and release orphaned and injured wildlife. This includes most birds of prey, but not vultures. This organization directs Tulsa area people to their Avian veterinarian, and then the Raptor Center takes them for rehab and release.
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Bah Kho-Je (People of the Grey Snow)
Perkins, OK
405-334-7171
The Iowa Tribe has developed an eagle rehabilitation program in order to protect injured eagles and increase the community awareness of wildlife and Native American culture. The facility was first opened in January 2006 through funds provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and the Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma. The Grey Snow Eagle House operates under several FWS permits. The Religious-Use Permit allows the Tribe to house eagles that are non-releasable due to the nature or severity of their injuries. This permit also allows the Tribe to gather naturally molted feathers and distribute them to Iowa tribal members and in future hopes to other tribes for use in ceremonies and cultural events. They are major players in the Oklahoma Eagle community. They are doing major eagle DNA research in coordination with Oklahoma State University. They have two 100ft cages of which one is a flight and they also have a 150ft Rehab cage that has a 45 degree bend at 100ft.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Oklahoma:
Southwest Region – (Region 2)
Oregon
State DNR Office:
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
List of Oregon Rehabbers:
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Cascades Raptor Center
Eugene, OR
541-485-1320
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Cascades Raptor Center
Eugene, OR
541-485-1320
The rehabilitation permit allows the Tribe to rehabilitate eagles from Oklahoma for their eventual release. The Eagle House has partnered with Oklahoma State University to conduct specific research pertaining to the long-term management of bald and golden eagles. This project will be rooted in the field of genetics and the findings will help to make sure the eagles are healthy not only at the ecosystem level, but also at the genetic levels. This will ensure that the species survives for many more years to come.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Oregon:
Pacific Region – (Region 1)
Pennsylvania
State DNR Office:
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Lists of Pennsylvania Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary
Kempton, PA
610-756-6961
The mission of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association is to conserve birds of prey worldwide by providing leadership in raptor conservation science and education, and by maintaining Hawk Mountain Sanctuary as a model observation, research and education facility.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Pennsylvania:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Rhode Island
State DNR Office:
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
List of Rhode Island Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Born To Be Wild Nature Center
Bradford, RI
401-377-8489 (for injured wild raptor)
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Born To Be Wild Nature Center
Bradford, RI
401-377-8489 (for injured raptor)
Since opening our doors in 1998, Born to Be Wild Nature Center has been dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned wild animals. Our goal in treating these animals is to return them to their natural habitats — giving them a second chance at life.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Rhode Island:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
South Carolina
State DNR Office:
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources
List of South Carolina Rehabbers:
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Center for Birds of Prey
Awendaw, SC
843-971-7474 (for injured raptor) / 800-979–3370 (tickets)
Mission statement: To identify and address vital environmental issues by providing medical care to injured birds of prey and shorebirds, and through educational, research and conservation initiatives. “I have traveled worldwide and seen countless centers and this is the absolute best of its kind I have ever seen anywhere” – Jack Hanna The Center is open to the public Thursday through Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm year round. Guided tours are at 10:30 am and 2:00 pm.
Regional USFWS Office Serving South Carolina:
Southeast Region – (Region 4)
South Dakota
State DNR Office:
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
List of South Dakota Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts (bats are the only species listed)
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Black Hills Raptor Center
Rapid City, SD
605-381-9707
Black Hills Raptor Center provides 125-150 educational programs annually using live raptors. They present in classrooms, at youth programs, in the community, and for special events. Their long-term goals include a facility that can be visited by the public, and that can provide raptor rehabilitation services in western South Dakota. An all-volunteer group. 501(3)(3) status.
Regional USFWS Office Serving South Dakota
Mountain-Prairie Region – (Region 6)
Tennessee
State DNR Office:
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
List of Tennessee Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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American Eagle Foundation
Pigeon Forge, TN
865-429-0157
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Mid-South Raptor Center
Memphis, TN
901-685-8827
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
American Eagle Foundation
Pigeon Forge, TN
865-429-0157
The American Eagle Foundation is dedicated to protect the majestic Bald Eagle and its habitat by supporting and conducting eagle and environmental recovery and education programs. We treat and rehabilitate raptors of all kinds, releasing those whose recovery is complete back into the wild. Our captive breeding program for non-releasable Bald and Golden Eagle pairs has resulted in the release of 150 young Bald Eagles from 1992 through 2016 from our Hack Tower on Douglas Lake in East Tennessee. Located at Dollywood, AEF’s Wings of America Birds of Prey show has been seen by millions of visitors.
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Mid-South Raptor Center
Memphis, TN
901-685-8827
Bring an injured raptor to the Raptor Center as soon as possible. If you are unable to transport the bird yourself, call the center for pickup by a qualified center volunteer. The Mid-South Raptor Center is a 501(c)(3) Not-For-Profit Corporation. We are the only state-licensed raptor rehabilitation facility in West Tennessee. Your tax deductible donations go directly to the rehabilitation and treatment of injured and orphaned Tennessee birds of prey.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Tennessee:
Southeast Region – (Region 4)
Texas
State DNR Office:
Texas Parks and Wildlife
List of Texas Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Last Chance Forever
San Antonia, TX
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
Dallas, TX
469-964-9696 / 972-442-7607 (injured raptor)
Blackland Prairie Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental preservation through public education and the conservation of birds of prey and wildlife in their natural habitat. Blackland Prairie Raptor Center is a rehabilitation and conservation education organization, specializing in fostering better public understanding of the relationship between birds of prey and healthy ecosystems.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Texas:
Southwest Region – (Region 2)
Utah
State DNR Office:
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources
Lists of Utah Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah
Ogden, UT
For injured bird help, or to volunteer, call 801-814-7888
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah
Ogden, UT
For injured bird help, or to volunteer, call 801-814-7888
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah (WRC) is a fledgling not-for-profit organization coming out of the Ogden Nature Center’s decision to close down their wild bird rehab facility. Our Mission Statement: “Through wildlife rehabilitation and education we will empower the community to engage in conservation and responsible stewardship of wildlife and habitat.” WRC is the only rehabilitation center in Northern Utah. Without this much needed service there will be little to no options for wildlife in Northern Utah. Excellent End of Year Publication, Download PDF
Regional USFWS Office Serving Utah
Mountain-Prairie Region – (Region 6)
Vermont
State DNR Office:
Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department, Agency of Natural Resources
List of Vermont Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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VINS Nature Center
Quechee, VT
Wildlife Hotline: 802-359-5000 x 510 / General Info: 802-359-5000
Wild Bird Rehabilitation at VINS
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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VINS Nature Center
Quechee, VT
Wildlife Hotline: 802-359-5000 x 510 / General Info: 802-359-5000
Wild Bird Rehabilitation at VINS
The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is a nonprofit, member-supported, environmental education, research and avian rehabilitation organization headquartered at the VINS Nature Center in Quechee, Vermont. Open year-round, the 47-acre campus, adjacent to Quechee State Park, features 17 state-of-the-art raptor enclosures, 4 exhibit spaces, 2 classrooms, and ¾ miles of interpretive nature trails. VINS places a priority on making high-quality, compelling, and fun environmental education programs and learning opportunities accessible to more people and communities.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Vermont:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Virginia
State DNR Office:
Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
Lists of Virginia Rehabbers:
- U.S. Wildlife Rehabilator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Raptor Conservancy of Virginia
Falls Church, VA
To report an injured bird: 703-578-1175
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Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
Millwood, VA
For wildlife emergencies: 540-837-9000
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The Wildlife Center of Virginia
Waynesboro, VA
For wildlife emergencies: 540-942-9453 / After Hours: 540-241-4045
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Raptor Conservancy of Virginia
Falls Church, VA
To report an injured bird: 703-578-1175
A non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to Rehabilitation and release of injured, ill or orphaned native VA birds of prey (raptors); Education of the public about raptors and preservation of their habitat; and, Endeavoring to increase the wild population of endangered and threatened raptors.
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Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
Millwood, VA
For wildlife emergencies: 540-837-9000
Our mission is to ensure the future of native wildlife through rescue and rehabilitation, research, and education. Not open to the public, but we are available to accept wildlife in need of help. Please call first.
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The Wildlife Center of Virginia
Waynesboro, VA
For wildlife emergencies: 540-942-9453 / After hours: 540-241-4045
The Wildlife Center of Virginia provides quality health care, often on an emergency basis, to native wildlife. The Center operates out of a 5700 square-foot structure, which includes the veterinary clinic, diagnostics laboratory, operating suite, and radiology room, as well as offices for administration and outreach staff. The Center also has an array of outdoor facilities for non-releasable education animals as well as recovering patients, including large flight pens, a bear enclosure, an aviary, deer fawn pens, and more. The goal of the Center is “to treat to release” – to restore patients to health and return as many as possible to the wild. In rare instances, the Center has the opportunity to track eagles after their release. http://wildlifecenter.org/critter-corner/success-stories One of these eagles was ‘NX’ who had a massive following among eagle enthusiasts.
Regional USFWS Office –
Virginia is home to the several of our National Headquarters Offices.
Washington
State DNR Office:
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
List of Washington Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Sardis Raptor Center
Ferndale, WA
360-366-3863
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In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Sardis Raptor Center
Ferndale, WA
360-366-3863
Sardis Raptor Center is the largest Bird of Prey Center in the Pacific Northwest and specializes in rehabilitating birds of prey. Thousands of hawks, owls, falcons, and eagles have been treated and released, soaring to freedom as a result of Sardis’ efforts.To help preserve our raptor populations, Sardis has been instrumental in providing education to the community. The center’s educational program is the permanent home to many different species of non-releasable hawks, owls, and eagles.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Washington:
Pacific Region – (Region 1)
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West Virginia
State DNR Office:
West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
List of West Virginia Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Fairmont, WV
304-366-2867
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Three Rivers Avian Center
Brooks, WV
304-466-4683
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center
Fairmont, WV
304-366-2867
Our mission is to rehabilitate and release injured and orphaned birds of prey and to provide environmental education programs to the public for the benefit of all living things. Our programs, which are adapted to all ages, are available to any group, organization or school simply by e-mailing or calling (304-366-2867).
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Three Rivers Avian Center
Brooks, WV
304-466-4683
Veterinary & Rehabilitative Care: Emergency care, surgery, hospitalization and a full range of physical therapy treatments for non-game & endangered wild birds is provided by a coordinated network of 20 hospice veterinarians combined with a statewide support crew of volunteers and on-site staff. From hummingbirds to eagles, wading birds to soaring birds, TRAC cares for each species’ individual requirements; including diet, perching, water access, caging substrates, light levels, and behavioral needs.
Regional USFWS Office Serving West Virginia:
Northeast Region – (Region 5)
Wisconsin
State DNR Office:
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Lists of Wisconsin Rehabbers
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Milwaukee, WI
414-352-2880 x 158 Diane Visty (Raptor person)
Once a farm for the Schlitz Brewery draft horses, Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is Milwaukee’s comprehensive nature center. Schlitz Audubon is a designated Important Bird Area because of the habitat provided by the lake for certain waterfowl. We are also a birding hot spot because of our location within a migratory flyway. Featuring live raptors, Schlitz Audubon Nature Center sets the scene for exciting discovery. Our feathered ambassadors can be your hosts in a variety of programs that are dedicated to providing an interactive, educational experience. This facility does not rehab birds, but they accept birds that cannot be released into the wild. These birds become ambassadors for their species and are used for educational purposes.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Wisconsin:
Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region – (Region 3)
Wyoming
State DNR Office:
Wyoming Game & Fish Department
List of Wyoming Rehabbers:
- U. S. Wildlife Rehabilitator Contacts
- Southeastern Outdoors Wildlife Rehabilitators
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Teton Raptor Center
Wilson, WY
Emergency care for injured raptor: 307-200-6019
In-State FWS Offices/Officers:
Raptor Centers:
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Teton Raptor Center
Wilson, WY
Raptor Hotline: 307-200-6019
Helping birds of prey through education, conservation, and rehabilitation. Rehabilitation of injured raptors is an important part of our mission. We have worked with 24 species of injured or sick raptors, brought to us from throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The most common raptors we work with are Great Horned Owls, followed closely by Red-tailed Hawks, Bald Eagles and American Kestrels.
Regional USFWS Office Serving Wyoming:
Mountain-Prairie Region – (Region 6)
British Columbia, Canada
Regional USFWS Offices: Main Offices, Law Enforcement Offices, Migratory Bird Offices by State.
Pacific Region (Region 1)
Pacific Region (Region 1)
States Served:
Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii and the Pacific Islands.
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Pacific Region
911 NE 11th Ave.
Portland, Oregon 97232
Phone: (503) 231-6120
Website: http://www.fws.gov/pacific/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (503) 231-6125
Website: http://www.fws.gov/pacific/lawenforcement/
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (503) 872-2715
Website: http://www.fws.gov/Pacific/migratorybirds/index.html
Southwest Region (Region 2)
Southwest Region (Region 2)
States Served:
Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas
Contact:
Physical address:
500 Gold Ave SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Mailing address:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 1306
Albuquerque, NM 87103-1306
Phone: (505) 248-6911
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southwest/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (505) 248-7889
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southwest/lawenforcement/index.htm
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (505) 248-7882
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southwest/migratorybirds/index.html
Midwest Region (Region 3)
Midwest Region (Region 3)
States Served:
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
5600 American Blvd. West, Suite 990
Bloomington, MN 55437-1458
Phone: 612-713-5360
Website: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (612) 713-5320
Website: http://www.fws.gov/midwest/LawEnforcement/
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (612) 713-5436
Website: Contact Us
Southeast Region (Region 4)
Southeast Region (Region 4)
States Served:
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico/Virgin Islands, South Carolina and Tennessee
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
1875 Century Boulevard, NE Suite 400
Atlanta, GA 30345
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southeast/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (404) 679-7057
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (404) 679-7070
Website: http://www.fws.gov/southeast/birds/
Northeast Region (Region 5)
Northeast Region (Region 5)
States Served:
Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and West Virginia
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
300 Westgate Center Drive
Hadley, MA 01035-9587
Phone: (413) 253-8200
Website: http://www.fws.gov/northeast/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (413) 253-8274
Website: http://www.fws.gov/northeast/le/
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (413) 253-8643
Mountain-Prairie Region (Region 6)
Mountain-Prairie Region (Region 6)
States Served:
Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming.
Contact:
Physical address:
134 Union Blvd., Suite 300
Lakewood, CO 80228
Mailing address:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
P.O. Box 25486
DFC(60154)
Denver, CO 80225-0486
Phone: 303-236-7920
Website: http://www.fws.gov/mountain-prairie/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (303) 236-7540
Website: http://www.fws.gov/mountain-prairie/law/
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (303) 236-8171
Alaska Region (Region 7)
Alaska Region (Region 7)
States Served:
Alaska
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
1011 E. Tudor Road, Mail Stop 151
Anchorage, AK 99503-6199
Phone: (907) 786-3309
Website: http://www.fws.gov/alaska/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (303) 236-7540
Website: https://www.fws.gov/alaska/law/index.htm
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (303) 236-8171
Website: Migratory Bird Management
California and Nevada Region – Pacific Southwest (Region 8)
California and Nevada Region – Pacific Southwest (Region 8)
States Served:
California and Nevada, and Klamath Basin area of Oregon
Contact:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
2800 Cottage Way, W-2928
Sacramento, CA 95825-1846
Phone: 916-414-6464
Website: http://www.fws.gov/cno/
Law Enforcement Offices:
Phone: (916) 414-6660
Website: http://www.fws.gov/cno/le/
Migratory Bird Offices:
Phone: (916) 414-6464
Website: http://www.fws.gov/cno/conservation/migratorybirds.html
Headquarters, Washington D.C. (Region 9)
Headquarters, Washington D.C. (Region 9)
Contact:
Physical address:
1849 C STREET NW, ROOM 3353
WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 20240-0001
Mailing address:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
MAIN INTERIOR
1849 C STREET NW, ROOM 3331
WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 20240-0001
Phone: 202 208-6541
Website: http://www.fws.gov/
Law Enforcement Offices:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Office of Law Enforcement
5275 Leesburg Pike, MS: LE
Falls Church, VA 22041-3803
Phone: (703) 358-1949
Website: http://www.fws.gov/le/
Migratory Bird Offices:
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Division of Migratory Bird Management
5257 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, Virginia 22041-3803
Phone: (703) 358-1714
Website/Contact: http://www.fws.gov/birds/about-us.php