Welcome to Soaring Style, where Bird Rescue meets bold, meaningful merch! Each week, we’re spotlighting a collection of gear – paired with the inspiring stories and messages they represent.
One of the dedicated voices behind the Bird Helpline is volunteer Coleman Gross, who guides callers through often stressful and emotional situations, ensuring they feel supported while taking the right steps to help a bird in need.
Rescuing a bird is not an easy task. The challenges were many, but Justin Cannon’s perseverance paid off as he navigated the steps needed to get the bird to safety.
This month marks the 35th anniversary of the February 7, 1990 American Trader Spill, a pivotal event in the history of wildlife rescue. Looking back at photos from that time, it’s clear how much has changed in the way we respond to wildlife crises.
Marathon Petroleum’s recent MPCgives Invitational golf event raised a generous $225,000 to support Bird Rescues’ wildlife programs.
Our newest featured photographer is Anita Couchman from Northern California. We discovered Anita’s beautiful photographic work after she submitted a gorgeous image of Brown Pelican N38.
An oiled Common Murre rescued on Christmas Day is starting the new year on a hopeful note – thanks to a swift rescue and expert care.
As the devastating Southern California fires continue to burn, our thoughts are with all those that have been impacted.
We are thrilled to announce that the Western Burrowing Owl has been named International Bird Rescue’s 2024 Patient of the Year!
An unusual bird recently washed up on the sands of Manhattan Beach, CA: a Black-vented Shearwater.
This holiday season, we’re reminded of the incredible power of community. And as we reflect on this year’s successes, we’re filled with immense gratitude for each person who stood beside us.
As we celebrate this significant anniversary, we reflect on not only Julie Skoglund’s many accomplishments but also on the dedication and compassion that have defined her career. She was just promoted to Senior Director of Operations and Programs.
We are excited to announce the nominees for our 2024 Patient of the Year! This year, we cared for an incredible 3,187 patients, including 425 Brown Pelicans rescued during a mass stranding event. Each bird has a story of resilience, but only one will earn the title.
Thanks to a $15,000 Giving Tuesday challenge by the Christen C. and Ben H. Garrett Family Foundation, give now and your donation will be DOUBLED!
You might remember Blue, the Brown Pelican who came to International Bird Rescue after a horrific pouch slashing that required two surgeries and over 500 stitches to repair.
International Bird Rescue and Ampersand Coffee Roasters have partnered together to launch a unique, bird-friendly coffee roast: Flying Free Blend. With each bag sold, 12.5% of the proceeds will support Bird Rescue’s efforts in saving waterbirds in crisis.
If you built it, they will come, is never more evident than with a newly constructed shorebird enclosure at our Los Angeles Wildlife Center. Designed to support the diverse habitats waterbirds need for recovery, it immediately came in handy when a rescued Virginia Rail became the first patient to use it. This is important addition
Meet our latest Photographers in Focus: Katrina Plummer is a dedicated Bird Rescue volunteer and an exceptionally talented photographer. Katrina’s photos of waterbird patients in care at our Southern California wildlife center have graced our social media countless times.