Eastern Gray Squirrels still have babies that may be orphaned, attacked by a predator or blown from their nest. Many species of songbirds, hawks, owls and wading birds that are migrating and wintering here in Florida are arriving in poor condition. This weakened condition can lead to slowed responses and thus increasing the chances of car collisions, and attacks by dogs and cats.
Animals are cared for at the Center as well as with our network of volunteers that specialize in different species. During the winter months the center has irregular hours and all animal calls are handled through our HELPLINE. Your support and encouragement means so much and we look forward to another year of working together for wildlife!
Animals are cared for at the Center as well as with our network of volunteers that specialize in different species. During the winter months the center has irregular hours and all animal calls are handled through our HELPLINE. Your support and encouragement means so much and we look forward to another year of working together for wildlife!
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About Us
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Florida Wildlife Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the care and conservation of native wildlife and habitat in Florida through education, rehabilitation and study. Our purposes are to increase community awareness through education; to assist injured and orphaned wildlife through rehabilitation and release; and to work closely with government agencies, wildlife managers and researchers to improve wildlife conservation efforts.
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Most of FWC's activity centers around our 24-hour Helpline and the rehabilitation of native wildlife. The Helpline is vital to giving people timely advice about wildlife problems. Since the best place for wild animals is in the wild, we use the Helpline to establish the best course of action and to determine whether or not intervention is necessary.
Education
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FWC wants to expand its educational outreach and needs volunteers to implement a new program to help educate and inspire youths in the community to care about Florida wildlife. Please contact FWC's Volunteer Coordinator to offer suggestions or support. Our Quarterly Newsletter "Making Tracks" is an excellent way to keep in touch with what's going on at the Florida Wildlife Center.
Helping Florida Wildlife
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When an animal is injured, the decision to intervene is usually simple. In most cases, injuries are clearly observable as are peculiar behaviors which suggest that an animal might be hurt or stunned. In such cases, safely capture the animal in a box lined with non-stringy fabric (no terry cloth) and place it in a warm, quiet place until you can get it to a rehabilitator.
Getting Involved
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FWC operations are funded primarily through membership and individual donations. Proceeds from fund-raising events, private foundation grants, and in-kind donations augment our financial base. Among fund raisers, a walk-a-thon through the Gainesville Hawthorne Trail has become an annual event. We also hold baby showers, raffles and art auctions.
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