Caspian Terns with multiple fractures, Brown Pelicans with horrendous sea lion bite injuries, an oiled Great Blue Heron suffering from resulting burns on one-quarter of its body — these are just some of the avian patients over the past year in the care of Dr. Rebecca Duerr, our staff veterinarian. In June, we were thrilled … Read more
Photo by Cheryl Reynolds Hometown: I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, and am very fortunate to live close to International Bird Rescue’s Cordelia center! Education: I was homeschooled with my sisters all the way through 12th grade, and am currently a full-time student at the local junior college, where I am … Read more
Photos by Bill Steinkamp Human cruelty incidents against Brown Pelicans are among the most heartbreaking cases our wildlife team sees. As this seminal 1992 Los Angeles Times article on the problem shows so vividly, such cruelty is longstanding, and unfortunately it continues to this day. But such stories sometimes have happy endings. Over the weekend, … Read more
Photos by Kelly Berry If you’ve been following the news in California, you likely know that the region is in early stages of Blue-footed Booby fever. On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Times reported on a recent “invasion” by Blue-footed Boobies that have been spotted up and down the California coast. One bird was even found … Read more
International Bird Rescue volunteers perform a variety of crucial tasks that make our centers run, from animal care to all-important administrative support. Here, Jeri, one of our wonderful volunteers at the Los Angeles center, talks about how she got involved and where she helps out. Click here to find out more about the volunteer program. … Read more
International Bird Rescue is fortunate to have some truly amazing small business sponsors. For this week’s shout-out, we highlight the work of Stephanie Kiker, a North Carolina-based designer who has donated beautiful, illustrated pelican iPhone cases for our membership drive (available in both iPhone 4/4S and 5 models). Any member donor who has given in … Read more
We welcome people from all countries to come and learn at one of our rehabilitation programs. Click here for information on our International Internship Program.
We welcome people from all countries to come and learn at one of our rehabilitation programs. Click here for information on our International Internship Program.
Photo by Paul Berry Note: This bird is eligible for a symbolic adoption. If you’re a heron lover, please click here to find out how you can help this animal’s care. The Great Blue Heron we received after it became oiled at a refinery a month ago is still in care recovering from its substantial skin … Read more
Photos by Isabel Luevano This week, our San Francisco Bay center is caring for 137 birds at latest count, including this Horned Puffin. Rehabilitation technician Isabel Luevano reports the bird was transported nearly 200 miles to our center from Ft. Bragg in Mendocino County, where it was found emaciated with a foot injury. We’ll keep … Read more