Rescue, Rehabilitation, Release

Pelican

RESCUE: This pelican was rescued after being entangled in fishing line. In its struggle to escape, the bird only wrapped itself further in monofilmanent fishing line and inhaled water. REHABILITATION: The pelican’s wounds were treated for any potential infections, and after some monitoring, the pelican was shown to be clear of any infection and able to fly. RELEASE: In February, the pelican was released at a waterway in western Corpus Christi. It flew for several minutes before touching down for a quick “bath” in the water, clearly comfortable in its environment.

Osprey

RESCUE: This osprey came to us from another rescue facility, with burns suffered to its legs and most of its feathers. REHABILITION: Oral and topical medications were prescribed for the leg burns. With treatment, the burns have now healed!Staff is awaiting a natural molt from the bird to replace the damaged feathers. RELEASE: The osprey will be released as soon as his feathers have molted and his new feathers have grown in!

Baby Barn Owls

RESCUE: This clutch (group of owls) was found in a roof of a building that was about to be demolished. Without their parents, they were unlikely to survive, so they were transported to our Rescue Center. REHABILITION: The young owls were fed by hand for some time and then conditioned to ensure they could fly and hunt on their own. RELEASE: In February, two of the baby barn owls were released, while the third owlwas released shortly thereafter!