Part of caring for resident wildlife includes providing different forms of enrichment for them to interact with and enjoy. This Halloween, each resident was given a pumpkin to help get them into the festive spirit!… Read More >
I was a freshman at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences when I first saw the Wildlife Ambassadors. I was sitting in a lecture hall for a Pre-Vet Club meeting on a Tuesday evening… Read More >
This week, Dr. Reich made an appearance on ciLiving to speak about the fall migration, what birds you may see flying through Illinois, and how anyone can help to keep birds from flying into windows… Read More >
Every year, the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine hosts an Open House, where members of the public are invited to walk around the school and learn more about all aspects of veterinary medicine…. Read More >
We have some exciting news to share! Our wildlife ambassador animals will be getting a new home in the summer of 2019. This enclosure will not only be designed for the individual needs of… Read More >
An adult Red-tailed Hawk presented to the Wildlife Medical Clinic after being found on the side of a highway. The finder was concerned the hawk had been hit by a car and might have a… Read More >
Every year the Wildlife Medical Clinic receives several patients suffering because of fishing gear that has been left behind, like this barred owl who was found badly tangled and hanging by one wing from fishing… Read More >
At the beginning of each school year, applications open for undergraduate and veterinary students to become care team members for our patients. We are so excited about the large turnout we received this year! Almost 120… Read More >
Marine Life vs. Plastic “The really sad thing about this is that they’re eating plastic thinking it’s food,” says a marine biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration named Mathew Savoca, of seabirds and… Read More >
Marine Life vs. Plastic “The really sad thing about this is that they’re eating plastic thinking it’s food,” says a marine biologist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration named Mathew Savoca, of seabirds and… Read More >
