injured wildlife

A Pelican Drops By to Say Hello

  Injured Pelican A pelican was caught in duck decoy wires in the waters around the Quaker Oats plant in Cedar Rapids. Hunters were able to cut him out of the lines and off he flew. When the men noticed he was still in the decoy area several weeks later, they investigated. The pelican still…

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What Should You Do If You Find a Baby Rabbit?

With spring in full bloom, we have lots of little creatures running around.  We recently had this little bun-bun in the office for treatment.  What should you do if you come across a baby rabbit?  There are many myths out there, so let’s clear a few of these up.  Our pointers will help you help…

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Whooo is this?

Dr. Cherney is treating a baby Great Horned Owl, less than 6 weeks old, and we couldn’t resist sharing some pictures.  Black Hawk Wildlife Rehabilitation Project staff brought in this little guy after a recent wind storm knocked down his nest from the top of a 40 foot pine tree.  Our feathered friend did have…

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How to Care for Injured Wildlife

Sometimes our modern life interferes with nature’s wild inhabitants.  If you find an injured wildlife, instructions for what to do are below.  While we want to help, we ask that you contact the Wildlife group, not our office, for the fastest response.  We are not able to pick up injured wildlife on your behalf.  We…

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