Houston SPCA Wildlife Center

Houston SPCA Wildlife Center Wildlife Rehabilitation, Environmental Education, Oiled Wildlife Response, Emergency Response
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Wildlife Rehabilitation, Environmental Education, Oiled Wildlife Response, Wildlife Emergency Response

Meet the yellow-billed cuckoo! This elusive bird is often heard before it is seen, thanks to its distinctive series of h...
08/11/2026

Meet the yellow-billed cuckoo! This elusive bird is often heard before it is seen, thanks to its distinctive series of hollow "cuk-cuk-cuk" calls echoing through forests and wooded areas. Yellow-billed cuckoos are skilled hunters with a surprising favorite food: caterpillars! They are one of the few birds that readily eat hairy caterpillars, helping keep insect populations in balance. During migration and nesting season, these remarkable birds rely on healthy habitats to find the food and shelter they need.

Every rescue has a story, and this Texas river cooter has already overcome quite the challenge. She arrived at our Wildl...
08/07/2026

Every rescue has a story, and this Texas river cooter has already overcome quite the challenge. She arrived at our Wildlife Center with a fish hook lodged in her eye. 🎣 After our veterinary team carefully removed the hook, she has been closely monitored throughout her recovery, and we're thrilled to share that she's healing remarkably well.

🐢 Wildlife Fact: Female Texas river cooters can often be identified by their shorter front claws, while males have noticeably longer nails. Thanks to the dedicated care of our team, this resilient turtle is well on her way to returning to the waterways where she belongs. 🌿

🦆💛 Each spring and summer, our Wildlife Center cares for young ducklings that have been injured, orphaned, or separated ...
08/04/2026

🦆💛 Each spring and summer, our Wildlife Center cares for young ducklings that have been injured, orphaned, or separated from their families. These fast-growing birds require specialized nutrition and species-specific care as they develop the waterproof feathers and strength they'll need to thrive on their own.

🌿 As more ducklings begin arriving in our care, our team is hard at work giving each one the best chance at a successful return to the wild. Every duckling's journey is unique, and we're honored to help them take their next steps back to nature. 💚

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This young killdeer was brought to us after becoming separated from its mother. 💛 Killdeer are remarkable ground-nesting...
08/01/2026

This young killdeer was brought to us after becoming separated from its mother. 💛 Killdeer are remarkable ground-nesting birds that rely on camouflage 🍂 to protect their eggs and chicks. Unlike many young birds, killdeer chicks leave the nest within hours of hatching and begin following their parents as they learn to forage for insects 🪱 and other small invertebrates. While they may appear to be alone, their parents are often watching nearby and will even perform a dramatic "broken-wing" display to lure predators away from their young.
When a chick is truly orphaned or injured, however, expert care can make all the difference. Our wildlife rehabilitation team is providing this little one with the specialized care, nutrition, and support needed to grow strong 💚 until they are ready to return to the wild. 🌿

This beautiful Magnolia Warbler is recovering in our care after striking a window. While they are still able to fly, imp...
07/18/2026

This beautiful Magnolia Warbler is recovering in our care after striking a window. While they are still able to fly, impact related injures can cause swelling in the brain and possible hairline fractures, so we monitor these patients for several days and provide anti-inflammatory medications before releasing them back to the wild.

Magnolia Warblers are small migratory songbirds known for their bright yellow coloring and bold black streaks. During migration, millions of birds travel across Texas, and window collisions remain one of the leading causes of injury for migratory species. You can help prevent window strikes at home by using window decals, screens, closing blinds, and/or turning off lights during peak migration seasons.

Think you hear a kitten crying outside? It may actually be a catbird!Gray Catbirds are named for their unique call, whic...
07/14/2026

Think you hear a kitten crying outside? It may actually be a catbird!
Gray Catbirds are named for their unique call, which sounds remarkably similar to a meowing kitten. Ironically, the catbird in this photo came to our Wildlife Center after being caught by an outdoor cat, a reminder of how vulnerable birds can be to outdoor pets.
One simple way to help protect native wildlife is by keeping cats indoors. If your cat spends time outside, adding a brightly colored flare collar can help birds spot them sooner. Birds naturally respond to bright colors as warning signs in nature, making flare collars more effective than bells alone. Small changes can make a big difference for local wildlife!

This rare visitor, a Sandwich Tern, recently arrived in our care after being found with possible head trauma. Sandwich t...
07/12/2026

This rare visitor, a Sandwich Tern, recently arrived in our care after being found with possible head trauma. Sandwich terns are slender seabirds found along coastlines, where they dive into the water to catch small fish. Adults are easily identified by their distinctive bill tipped with yellow. While they can occasionally be seen along the Texas coast, they come into care far less frequently than many of our other shorebird species, making this patient especially noteworthy.

This young bobcat recently arrived in our care after being found alone and in need of help. Bobcats are the most common ...
07/08/2026

This young bobcat recently arrived in our care after being found alone and in need of help. Bobcats are the most common wild cat in Texas and play an important role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by helping control rodent and rabbit populations. Although this kitten needed intervention, not all bobcat kittens need help, even though they may appear abandoned. Bobcat mothers often leave kittens hidden for extended periods while hunting and caring for the rest of their litter. If you find a bobcat kitten, give us a call at 713-861-9453 before bringing it in so we can better assess the situation.

These fledgling roseate spoonbills recently came into our care, one with a possible chest fracture and the other with su...
06/26/2026

These fledgling roseate spoonbills recently came into our care, one with a possible chest fracture and the other with suspected head trauma, possibly from falling out of the nest.

Known for their striking pink feathers and unique spoon-shaped bills, roseate spoonbills are an important part of Texas coastal ecosystems.

They are commonly found in marshes, estuaries, and shallow bays, where they sweep their bills through the water to locate fish, crustaceans, and other aquatic prey.

Like flamingos, they are born white but quickly gain their signature pink color due to pigments in the food that they eat.

🦅 After three months of expert care at the Houston SPCA Wildlife Center, a rehabilitated bald eagle has been released ba...
06/21/2026

🦅 After three months of expert care at the Houston SPCA Wildlife Center, a rehabilitated bald eagle has been released back into his natural habitat in Anahuac, Texas.

The eagle was found near the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge on March 20, unable to survive on his own, with wildlife specialists suspecting a traumatic head injury, possibly from being struck by a vehicle. He was brought in by a U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service game warden for lifesaving care.

At the Houston SPCA Wildlife Center, he received daily monitoring, medical treatment, and flight conditioning to rebuild strength and endurance for life in the wild.

A powerful reminder of the lifesaving work happening every day through wildlife rehabilitation and second chances. 🦅

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7007 Old Katy Road
Houston, TX
77024

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Wednesday 9am - 6pm
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Friday 9am - 6pm
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