Wildlife Rescue Darwin

26/12/2024

Unfortunately we do see a lot of sick possums like this, it has dermatitis which is stress related. It is treatable but the possum should not be released back into the same area and ideally be released it its own log so it doesn't need to fight for shelter.

25/12/2024

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who played a role in the rescue and rehabilitation of our precious wildlife this year. Your kindness, whether it was bringing in an injured animal, fostering a creature in need, or providing medical care, has made a profound impact. We wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas filled with joy and the spirit of compassion. 🎄

24/12/2024

A Little Kingfisher more than ready to be released. He was found on the ground stunned. Painkillers and rest gave him back his energy.

20/12/2024

This Barking Owl came to us from Batchelor with a head trauma. It had an x-ray and painkiller and started to show signs of improvement after 48 hours. It will now go to a Wild-Care member for rehab and release with a check up in a week's time. Such special birds. Our clinic offers free wildlife treatment as we believe in helping.

14/12/2024

This Torres Strait Pigeon came into us a few days ago unable to fly. With a bit of TLC in hospital, he certainly can now! Great to be able to get wildlife back out where they belong!

11/12/2024

Another very cute sized patient in clinic today. This baby spotted tree monitor had been gotten by a cat and was brought into clinic. After assessing the wounds under sedation, we were able to stitch up the micro sized monitor and start antibiotics. He should be back out there in no time!

08/12/2024

The s frilled neck lizard was brought to us unable to move. It might have been hit by a car but it certainly is also a bit pregnant. Now it has time for a bit of TLC without any dangers before it will be released back.

02/12/2024

Congratulations! Most of our rehab wildlife goes to Wildcare. So it is great to see recognition for the work they do.

https://www.facebook.com/100064835766845/posts/970920838412433/

As head of the community organisation Wildcare Incorporated, Mignon McHendrie is at the helm of a team of volunteers who rescue wildlife.

Mignon is expanding the work of Wildcare Incorporated by training the community on how to care for orphaned baby animals and licensing the taking of animals with carers into local schools.

Mignon McHendrie receives the 2025 Northern Territory Local Hero Award.

01/12/2024

We don't see drongas very often. This one came in unable to fly but had no broken wing. He is in medication for the moment and will go to a wildlife carer soon.

25/11/2024

Baby orange footed scrub fowls usually don't need to be rescued but this little one was very wet and just needed a bit of TLC. It will be released in a day or two

23/11/2024

Rain and storms can also bring some nests down. This was dropped off this morning. After receiving a health check and some food, they now are with Wildcare who will try to reunite.

20/11/2024

The baby bird season truly has started. If possible please reunite with parents as these little ones can be quite demanding :-)

17/11/2024

This Green Tree Frog was bought to us sporting a distinct black mustache - its necrotic tissue possibly caused by a burn or some sort of trauma. The good news is that she is responding well to treatment and should be soon be fine to return to her home. While this frog isn’t contagious it’s important to bring sick frogs in. as there are a lot of diseases of concern in frogs. Frogs have disappeared from much of the globe due to diseases. We work with Wildlife Health Australia to discover more about wildlife diseases.

17/11/2024

This Green Tree Frog was bought to us sporting a distinct black mustache - its necrotic tissue possibly caused by a burn or some sort of trauma. The good news is that she is responding well to treatment and should be soon be fine to return to her home. While this frog isn’t contagious it’s important to bring sick frogs in. as there are a lot of diseases of concern in frogs. Frogs have disappeared from much of the globe due to diseases. We work with Wildlife Health Australia to discover more about wildlife diseases.

13/11/2024

We had several microbats in in the last few days, so a reminder to switch of outdoor fans in the night. These little mosquito eaters are the best pest control, so we need them!

11/11/2024

This Torres strait pigeon is now in best care with an experienced Wildcare member. It was found on the ground after several trees were cut down. Unable to reunite it with its parents it will now be hand raised

09/11/2024

This peewee baby was an unnecessary rescue. If you find an uninjured baby bird on the ground put it up again ideally in an artificial nest. So it's parents can continue feeding