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Have you found an animal in distress?

Wildlife Emergency
Every minute of the day, somewhere in the world a wild animal is injured, orphaned, displaced or falls ill. Many of these animals can be helped, and can eventually be returned to the wild.

What Constitutes an Emergency?

Not every animal that is on its own, can't fly or climb, or seems to be in the wrong place, is in need of help. You may find a fallen nest, a fawn without its mother, or a young raptor that cannot fly. There are several important things to consider in these situations. Please read the information that follows, so that you can determine whether the animal needs help, or whether it is exhibiting normal behavior.[more]

Find a Wildlife Rehabilitator
If you have determined that an animal is in trouble, or if you need explicit advice, please use our 'Find a Wildlife Rehabilitator' directory on Wildlife International (WI) to find help in your area. WI will open in a new window. [more]

Why Contact a Wildlife Rehabilitator?
People who find wild animals, particularly orphaned animals, sometimes want to care for them. We strongly discourage this practice for various reasons:[more]

More Information
If you have not found the information you are seeking on this page, please go to our international website (www.wildlife-international.org). On the left menu, you will find an emergency page with more information and a searchable directory of international wildlife rehabilitators. If no rehabilitators are listed in your area, contact your local agency responsible for wildlife (e.g., Ministry of Natural Resources, Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Service, etc.), a veterinarian or an animal shelter. A searchable list of agencies can be found on the above website (left menu: agencies). You may also find listings in your telephone book or from the local police, animal shelter, humane society, or veterinary clinic.