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Raptor Center of Tampa Bay

We are a conservation organization, working to save the planet! Please call us 813-205-1851 to report an injured bird or animal.
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11/18/2024

In light of the unsuccessful reunification attempt, we conferred with Vanessa and deemed it necessary to remove these raccoon babies due to safety concerns. They will be transferred to her care tomorrow. The mother's whereabouts remain unknown. Although the homeowner endeavored to reunite the family, the mother's prolonged absence coupled with nocturnal predators in the area rendered removal imperative. .

11/16/2024

Somebody is feeling a lot better. The great horned owl rescued two days ago is still having some issues. It is not quite ready to move out of the clinic yet, but it’s definitely feeling better this morning. This is a great way to start the day! Make it a great day everyone and if you like what we do, please comment like and share this post. We exist through donations. https://www.raptorcenteroftampabay.org/donate

11/16/2024

Somebody is feeling a lot better. Still having some issues. It is not quite ready to move out of the clinic yet, but it's definitely feeling better this morning. This is a great way to start the day! Make it a great day everyone and if you like what we do, please comment like and share this post. We exist through donations. https://www.raptorcenteroftampabay.org/donate

11/16/2024

Tonight, we received a juvenile Red-shouldered Hawk that sustained a head injury after being struck by a vehicle. Although well-intentioned, the individual who initially retrieved it from the roadside was unaware of the proper protocol for handling birds of prey. Thankfully, Animal Control in Polk County provided crucial assistance, ensuring its transport to County Line Road and 60, where Michele aided in its transfer. The bird presented with blood in the back of the throat and symptoms consistent with a head injury, and received treatment including anti-inflammatory medication, fluids, and pain management.
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11/15/2024

Last night, our facility received a Great Horned Owl from Apollo Beach, courtesy of a compassionate bystander. The bird presented with lethargy and no discernible fractures, but its condition’s underlying cause remains uncertain, possibly linked to West Nile or poisoning. Encouragingly, the owl’s health has improved this morning. It has an appetite and healthy body weight and ate breakfast with some help. While its status remains guarded, the successful navigation of the critical nighttime period inspires optimism for its recovery.

11/15/2024

Last night, our facility received a Great Horned Owl from Apollo Beach, courtesy of a compassionate bystander. The bird presented with lethargy and no discernible fractures, but its condition's underlying cause remains uncertain, possibly linked to West Nile or poisoning. Encouragingly, the owl's health has improved this morning. It has an appetite and healthy body weight and ate breakfast with some help. While its status remains guarded, the successful navigation of the critical nighttime period inspires optimism for its recovery.

11/15/2024

Four juvenile Red-shouldered Hawks, rehabilitated from storm-related injuries, have been successfully released back into the wild. Two were returned to Apollo Beach by Susie Buchanan, while Nancy Murrah released two others from Valrico, marking the completion of their rehabilitation process. .

11/14/2024

Did you know that 47% of eagles around the country that come in are poisoned with lead? In Florida 23% of birds that come into Audubon test positive for lead. Lead poisoning is incidental poisoning caused by lead ammunition left in animals that are shot and lead fishing sinkers. We should outlaw lead ammunition & fishing weights. There are other alternatives. We have to stop poisoning Everything. Working together, we can save the planet.

EAGLE 101: FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR DEER HUNTING SEASON

Deer hunting (gun) season is underway and many hunters are out in the woods trying to get their deer. Unfortunately, deer hunting can be harmful to Bald Eagles via lead ammunition that ends up in gut piles. Each late fall (and again in early spring during thaw), the The Raptor Center sees a spike in patients suffering from lead poisoning after feeding on gut piles left behind after the hunt. This problem is entirely preventable and we ask all hunters to make the switch to lead-free ammunition. Enjoy the hunt, and please keep the eagles flying high! THANK YOU! 🦅🦌🥰😎👍

11/13/2024

This is Moonpie. She is an animal ambassador at the Raptor Center Of Tampa Bay. She was hit by a car several years ago and has been a great animal ambassador with us ever since. Eastern screech owls are very important for the environment and they are natures insect control. Please do not poison your yard so that birds like moon pie will still have food in the wild. Her favorite food in the wild would be the great Florida cockroach that we all are not so fond of! Don’t poison your lawn. Don’t poison the bugs. Save the food for the owls! Working together, we can save the planet

11/13/2024

More pictures from this weekend!

11/11/2024

We were happy that charmed by the sea was at the festival with us.

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2002 Elk Spring Drive
Brandon, FL
33511

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Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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+18132051851

Website

http://Www.raptorcenteroftampabay.org/

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Wonders of Wildlife Fest 2024!

🌿 The Wonders of Wildlife Festival is Almost Here! 🌿 The countdown is on, and the excitement is growing! 🎉 Join us for a day packed with delicious food, arts & crafts, wildlife habitats, conservation education, an adorable animal parade, puppet show, & so much more! 🐾✨ Our vendors are bringing an incredible variety, from animal habitats and handmade art to fresh honey and more! Tickets ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/9Pzu9xC3TmMuk7Ff/ Don’t miss out on this wild celebration – grab your tickets today and be part of the adventure! 🎟️🌎 📅 Date: November 9th 📍 Location Turkey creek stables 🎉Time: 10am-4:30 pm #WondersOfWildlife #WildlifeFestival #Conservation #FamilyFun #WOWFEST24

We received an opossum in mid-September that had been victim to a raptor attack. After a period of healing, we acknowledge with appreciation the individuals responsible for finding and aiding him, who fittingly named him Alfredo. Now fully recovered, this adult opossum is prepared to return to its natural habitat. Kim Rexroat took him home this afternoon. #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay #oPossumRelease #AlfredoTheOpossum

Rocky small but mighty

This is the smallest baby squirrel that we got from the hurricane. The Finder had named him Rocky because he was a fighter. We kept his name and his easy to see because he is the smallest squirrel. He's been with us three days and we're happy to report he's doing well. #RockyTheSquirrel #raptorcenterofTampaBay #HurricaneMilton

Hurricane 🌀 Melton

Watch the storm come in with us! #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay #ridingoutthestorm #hurricaneMilton

Armadillo eating on his own!

The little armadillo that was hit by a car a few days ago has just really been struggling. Another major breakthrough today it'll help propping him up, but was able to eat on its own. #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay #armadillo #ridingoutthestorm

The armadillo drinks on its own

I was so excited tonight when I went to check on the armadillo. After I got her all cleaned up and ready for the night she finally drank water on her own. This is a big leap forward in her care. You can see the big wound on her side. It has medical honey on it. Send her well wishes. #raptorsoftampabay #veterinaryemergencygroup #armadillorescue

Armadillo recovering after being hit by a car.

This little armadillo came to us from veterinary emergency group. He has been hit by a car. Although we have not rehabilitated very many armadillos, we have had good luck with them. Very, very, very cool animals. They have a mouth and tongue like an ant eater. #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay #veterinaryemergencygroup #armadillo rescue

Raptor Center of Tampa Bay Presents: Eagles

Flock to an exciting presentation on Eagles, featuring guest speaker Cheryl Merz from Audubon EagleWatch. 🦅✨ Please RSVP so we can get a good headcount! CLICK TO RSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/EAGLESEVENT or Text 813-205-1851 #Eagles #birdsofprey #wildlife #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay 👥 Participant Limit: 45 spots available – don’t miss out! ➡️October 5th 🕚 Time: Starts at 11:00 AM 📍 Location: Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Drive, Clearwater, FL 33759

Hurricane Helene victims

We got so many critters in today. Squirrels are what we have the most of. We ended up with 9 flying squirrels and 37 gray squirrels. We transferred 5 flyers to Vanessa and before Suzy could get back from Lakeland there 4 were more. We also got baby morning, doves, baby rabbit, river cooter, red, tailed, hawks and more. With an extra influx of patients we sure could use some donations! https://www.raptorcenteroftampabay.org/donate #RaptorCenterOfTampaBay #HurricaneHelene #BabySquirrels

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We are building the Center in Riverview, FL. Come join us!

We have been rescuing birds in the Tampa Bay area for many, many years. After driving countless miles to get birds to rehab centers around the state we know the need exists for a local Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in this area focused on birds of prey. That is what we are in the process of creating in Riverview FL. Birds of prey that make this area their home, or pass through here on migration, will now be able to get help locally when they need it and easily return to the wild back in their own home territory.