News & Stories: Birds
Birds
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The Lesser Scaup
On February 28, 2023, an adult male lesser scaup presented to the Wildlife Medical Clinic. This is a type of duck, and they are sexually…
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Great Horned Owl Case Report
The great horned owl, Bubo virginianus, is a common patient seen at the Wildlife Medical Clinic. This species is found throughout most of North America…
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American Crow and The West Nile Virus
American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos), one of the most intelligent bird species in North America. They are very social birds and sleep in a communal roost…
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Time to Triage: What Happens When Wildlife Visit the Wildlife Medical Clinic?
Many of you have found an injured or orphaned animal and brought it to us, but do you know what happens after you drop it…
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The North American Flyway
Every fall and spring, just like how thousands of students use the American highway system to return to home or school, hundreds of species of…
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River, Bald Eagle
Happy Independence Day! Our favorite American symbol at the Wildlife Medical Clinic is our bald eagle ambassador, River. Today’s Hawk Talk is all about bald eagles…
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July Coloring Page
The Wildlife Medical Clinic is celebrating July by showcasing our special bald eagle ambassadors River! Feel free to share your fully colored version of River…
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Father’s Day
Today, June 18th, marks Father’s Day for the year of 2023. To celebrate all the dads, grandpas, uncles, and father-figures out there, we’d love to…
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Case Report: Red-tailed Hawk
Red-tailed hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) are one of the most common hawks in North America, with a range that spans from Alaska to the tropical rainforests…
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Wildlife Observation Guide Activity
Where can we find different wildlife species? Print out this activity and place these animals in their homes! Feel free to share your fully colored…