Apr 30, 2026 | Wildlife Patient Stories
High above the water, tangled in fishing line, a young Great Horned Owl struggled to free himself. When WildCare received the call, partners at Marin Humane responded immediately. The rescue was anything but simple. With heavy winds, and the owl suspended over open...
Nov 17, 2025 | Wildlife Patient Stories
Found injured on the Side of the Road Have you ever seen an American Badger? Most people would say no! Although they inhabit many areas around the San Francisco Bay, these incredible animals are fierce and reclusive. They live in deep dens they dig with their powerful...
Oct 19, 2025 | Living with Wildlife, Wildlife Patient Stories
BLACK SQUIRRELS? Is that a new species of jet-black squirrel? Nope! This striking youngster is actually an Eastern Gray Squirrel, the same species you probably see in your backyard or local park, just in a rare melanistic morph. Biologists believe that black morph...
Oct 16, 2025 | Wildlife Patient Stories
“Flight-delayed” American Kestrel This American Kestrel experienced the ultimate flight delay! This bird was found grounded at the San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, California early last month. She was successfully rescued and...
Aug 5, 2025 | Wildlife Patient Stories
Imagine how much it would hurt to have your hand stuck in the jaws of a rat trap. That’s exactly what happened to this young skunk. At this age, young skunks, foxes and raccoons are old enough to be out of the den, foraging with their mother, but they’re...
Jul 23, 2025 | Wildlife Patient Stories
Most people have never seen a Salt Marsh Harvest Mouse, let alone a baby! These tiny and charismatic rodents are endemic to the marshes surrounding the San Francisco Bay. This means they can only be found here! They can also drink salt water and eat incredibly salty...
