50 Years Of Volunteer Spirit
The year was 1971. A gallon of gas cost 40 cents. Nixon was president. The civil right’s movement from the previous decade galvanized as the spirit of activism was on the rise. Two years on
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
Hatching Stories: January 14th Online Hangout To Celebrate 50th Year
Join us on Thursday, January 14th at 5:30 PM (PST) for a special interactive online hang out with our Executive Director, JD Bergeron.
How It All Began
The 1971 oil spill on San Francisco Bay created an animal emergency like no other – leading to the humble formation of International Bird Rescue, 50 years ago this January.
2021 Bird Rescue Calendar
Have you seen the gorgeous cover photo for our 2021 calendar? It features a King Eider image captured by a nature photographer up in Alaska. Buy now.
WAYS TO HELP
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Did you spot a Blue-banded Brown Pelican or another banded bird?
Please follow the instructions to report your sighting. These citizen science reports are vaulable in the study of rehabilitated wildlife.