Saving Wildlife in Our Urban Jungle

From time to time, everyone needs someone to look out for them. Even wild animals. The South Florida's Wildlife Center - a non-profit organization that's dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of native wildlife species looks out for our community’s native wildlife on a daily basis. Since 1969, the center has become a cornerstone of the community and an inspiration to animals in distress in Broward, Palm Beach, and Miami-Dade counties. They're able to provide their services thanks to the generous donations, grants, and partnerships they receive.

The center's mission is to deliver compassionate care to injured, orphaned, or displaced animals and aim to return them to their natural habitats. With the help of a team of dedicated wildlife professionals and volunteers, the center tirelessly works to provide medical treatment, food, shelter, and a secure environment for the animals. In a year, they treat more than 13,000 animals and have an impressive release rate of 50% for animals brought to the center.

Apart from rehabilitating animals, South Florida's Wildlife Center also plays a crucial role in education and community outreach. They offer informative programs and tours to schools, community groups, and individuals, with the goal of increasing awareness and appreciation of native wildlife. Their programs cover a range of topics, including conservation, wildlife rehabilitation, and coexistence with wildlife. Plus, they also offer volunteer opportunities for those who wish to make a difference in the lives of animals.

It's worth noting that the center faces some obstacles. The unique environment of South Florida poses several threats to native wildlife, such as habitat loss, pollution, and collisions with cars and buildings. Additionally, they rely solely on donations to operate and provide the best possible care to the animals, which can be challenging at times. Despite these challenges, the team's unwavering dedication and passion for wildlife enable them to overcome the obstacles and continue to make a difference in the lives of animals and the community.

In conclusion, the South Florida's Wildlife Center is an incredible organization that's doing fantastic work in helping to preserve native wildlife species. Their efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, and release animals, as well as their educational programs and community outreach, are truly commendable. Kudos to the center and their team for the amazing work they do!

▸ The South Florida Wildlife Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. To support SFWC or learn more, visit southfloridawildlifecenter.org or scan the QR code.