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For Jennifer Martines, Senior Wildlife Rehabilitation Technician at International Bird Rescue, a love for animals has always been a driving force – something she pursued far from the spotlight. That changed when her work caught the eye of Kelly Clarkson.
Over 40 starving young Brown Pelicans have been admitted to International Bird Rescue in the last few weeks – most at the Los Angeles Wildlife Center, with a few arriving at the Northern California facility.
We are thrilled to give you a sneak peek of some of the fabulous silent auction items available at the upcoming Pelican Masquerade! Your participation in the auction will directly help International Bird Rescue continue its vital work rehabilitating waterbirds in need and preparing for the next wildlife emergency. The last day to purchase tickets ... Read more
More than three decades after the Exxon Valdez oil spill on March 24, 1989, oiled wildlife response has advanced dramatically—thanks in part to International Bird Rescue. With over 50 years of expertise and more than 260 spill responses worldwide, Bird Rescue has pioneered innovative techniques that have significantly improved survival rates. Early responses were ... Read more
This month marks the 35th anniversary of the February 7, 1990 American Trader Spill, a pivotal event in the history of wildlife rescue. Looking back at photos from that time, it’s clear how much has changed in the way we respond to wildlife crises.
One of the dedicated voices behind the Bird Helpline is volunteer Coleman Gross, who guides callers through often stressful and emotional situations, ensuring they feel supported while taking the right steps to help a bird in need.
We are thrilled to announce that the Western Burrowing Owl has been named International Bird Rescue’s 2024 Patient of the Year! Making history as the first non-aquatic bird to earn this honor, the owl’s victory highlights a truly exceptional story of resilience and recovery.
This month marks an incredible milestone for Julie Skoglund: her 20th anniversary at International Bird Rescue. As we celebrate this significant anniversary, we reflect on not only her many accomplishments but also on the dedication and compassion that have defined her career.
We are excited to announce the nominees for our 2024 Patient of the Year! This year, we cared for an incredible 3,187 patients, including 425 Brown Pelicans rescued during a mass stranding event. Each bird has a story of resilience, but only one will earn the title.
If you built it, they will come, is never more evident than with a newly constructed shorebird enclosure at our Los Angeles Wildlife Center. Designed to support the diverse habitats waterbirds need for recovery, it immediately came in handy when a rescued Virginia Rail became the first patient to use it. This is important addition ... Read more
International Bird Rescue and Ampersand Coffee Roasters have partnered together to launch a unique, bird-friendly coffee roast: Flying Free Blend. With each bag sold, 12.5% of the proceeds will support Bird Rescue’s efforts in saving waterbirds in crisis.
Meet our latest Photographers in Focus: Katrina Plummer is a dedicated Bird Rescue volunteer and an exceptionally talented photographer. Katrina’s photos of waterbird patients in care at our Southern California wildlife center have graced our social media countless times.
At the heart of International Bird Rescue’s Cordelia Slough Youth Education Program, our incredible volunteers bring a simple yet powerful mission to life: connect students with the beauty around them in greater Solano County.
Five members of team at International Bird Rescue attended Oilapalooza, the Oiled Wildlife Care Network's (OWCN) biennial spill response conference, in Bakersfield, CA on October 23 and 24, taking part in a valuable opportunity to both teach and learn.
After a short time in care, another Guadalupe Murrelet that came into care was returned to the ocean on October 18, 2025. This bird was rescued after landing on a ship near San Clemente Island–about 41 miles offshore the California coast.
A Black-footed Albatross recently crashed into a wall of the US Coast Guard station in Fort Bragg, CA and was admitted to International Bird Rescue on September 27, where radiographs revealed a chilling story of cruelty.
Bird Rescue has produced a Spanish-language video version of The Wonderful World of Blue, giving Spanish-speaking children the opportunity to connect with nature and understand the importance of conservation in their own language.
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