One of the critters we see frequently in the Wildlife Medical Clinic is not a true patient of ours. After finishing up feeding an orphaned eastern cottontail or Virginia opossum, many of our volunteers may… Read More >
By: Fayth Kim This female, adult red-eared slider presented in May with fractures to her carapace, bridge, and plastron (all the areas of her shell). She was originally found on the side of the road… Read More >
A few of our volunteers have a passion for baking (lucky us!). Here is one of their tried and true recipes for you to enjoy. We recommend cutting these into pumpkins, leaves, and bat shapes… Read More >
While most students dread saying goodbye to the long summer days spent in the sun and the exciting summer internships, here at the Wildlife Medical Clinic, we have been counting down the days until we… Read More >
Here are some wildlife friendly decoration ideas for your home and garden this fall! Plastic, metal, and wired décor can be beautiful during the holidays. But year after year, the Wildlife Medical Clinic sees critters… Read More >
The Wildlife Medical Clinic is continually providing opportunities for university of Illinois veterinary students and undergraduate students to learn and participate in the medical management of wild animals. This summer, the clinic opened their doors… Read More >
Painted turtles are arguably one of the most fascinating species of turtle in the Midwest. There are several subspecies, including the Eastern, Midland, Southern, and Western painted turtles, whose habitats range throughout much of the… Read More >
Each July brings a bittersweet transition to the Wildlife Medical Clinic, as we say goodbye to our ZooMed house officers. While the WMC is staffed by volunteer veterinary and undergraduate students, this care is supported… Read More >
An injured adult barred owl was recently presented to the Wildlife Medical Clinic. At the triage exam, we assessed this animal to have head trauma, with notable bruising around the right ear, bloody nasal discharge,… Read More >
