During 2009, the Wild bird Fund was we were actively involved in its mission to rehabilitate and return as many birds as possible to their natural habitats. We saw, on record, 1,146 birds and 13 mammals.
- 29% of the animals seen were picked up for unknown cause of injury
- 6% of birds seen had feet tangled and mangled string, wire, fishing line…
- 13% of birds were baby birds with parents whereabouts unknown.
Where did they all go?
- 53% were released back into the wild.
- 7% were transferred to another licensed rehabilitator for continued care.
- 21% died under or prior to receiving care.
- 19% were euthanized.