100th Healthy Brown Pelican Released During California #Pelican Crisis
On June 24, 2022 the 100th Brown Pelican was among the 12 seabirds released by International Bird Rescue back to the wild at White Point Park in San Pedro.
Taking Action Every Day
International Bird Rescue’s wildlife clinics are open year-round to provide critical care to seabirds beyond treating oiled wildlife. In 2019 alone, rehabilitation teams admitted over 3,500 birds between our two California clinic locations. These patients were brought to us by the general public and affiliated wildlife groups. Our focus has been to act toward balance with the natural world by rescuing waterbirds in crisis – since 1971 we’ve admitted over 125,000 birds and the count continues.
What's New in the Blog
Rescued From Electrical Transmission Towers, 38 Cormorant Chicks and Eggs In Care
The lives of 38 Double-crested Cormorant chicks and eggs are in good hands at International Bird Rescue. The birds were rescued from Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) transmission towers.
Among 270 Intakes, Brown Pelican Y83 Getting Third Chance to Survive in the Wild
Among the pelicans coming into care was a familiar face, a Brown Pelican wearing the blue band numbered Y83.
Book Now Available for Purchase: Coastal California – The Wild Life
Celebrating the organizations that work to protect the California Coastline and its wildlife. Make a donation of $120 or more to receive this exclusive keepsake book.
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