Wildlife Rescue Association of BC
5216 Glencarin Drive V5B 3C1 Burnaby, BC, Canada

The well named Northern Hawk Owl (Surnia ulula) looks like an owl, but behaves like a hawk by hunting for small mammals by daylight. These birds have wicked eye-sight and hearing they can spot prey up to half a mile away, and can detect prey a foot under snow! To see these beautiful birds, one would have to travel to the frigid north as this solitary bird sticks to Northern boreal forests year round. #wildlifewednesday #wildwednesday

Mute Swans (Cygnus olor) are not native to North America - they were brought from Europe in the mid 1800s to decorate ponds and city parks. Their aggressive behaviour and voracious appetites often disturb local ecosystems, displace native species, and even pose a hazard to humans. Nonetheless, these beautiful and elegant birds have become a symbol of love due to their monogamous nature. Mute Swans form long-lasting pair bonds, and they will typically only remate if their partner dies. #wildlifewednesday #wildwednesday

Help migrating birds by keeping your feeders up! Feeders provide migrating birds an important and reliable source of energy along their journey. Consider keeping your feeder up during the late autumn and early winter, including your hummingbird feeder if you have one, so late-to-migrate birds can indulge in a much-needed rest stop. For a quick guide to hummingbird feeders: http://ow.ly/9M7O50C4rN9... #MigratoryMonday

Thank You CollabArt Creations for your generous donation! CollabArt Creations recently released a new dance film and collected donations for Wildlife Rescue! Watch their latest dance video, featuring "The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe, here: vimeo.com/472330108

Order your 2021 Wildlife Rescue Calendar now! 13-months of beautiful wildlife photography by Wildlife Photographer, and WRA volunteer, Paul Steeves. This 8.5 x 11 wall calendar is the perfect blend of form and function looks beautiful and keeps you organized! http://ow.ly/1G3Z50Cka7z... Get one for yourself, and all your wildlife loving friends and family!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN ya wild animals! From your furry + feathered friends at Wildlife Rescue! #Halloween #Halloween2020

Supporting local wildlife in your communities gives them another chance at survival. These steps will help you safely drop off wildlife or seek expert advice if you find an animal in distress https://www.wildliferescue.ca//how-to-safely-drop-off-wil/

Do bats come to mind during Halloween? Remember to celebrate these black, winged shapes flying through the dusky night sky on Halloween and how critical your help is to their survival. Learn more here https://www.wildliferescue.ca//10/30/happy-batty-halloween/

Our 2021 Wildlife Rescue Calendar is officially here! 13-months featuring our stunning photos of our local wildlife. All proceeds go to support the 5,000 injured, orphaned, and pollution-damaged wildlife we provide care for every year. http://ow.ly/1pLG50Cj7s9... Wildlife Photographer Paul Steeves has been a dedicated member of the Wildlife Rescue volunteer team for decades. He has graciously donated his beautiful photography for this calendar. Order yours today to display his extraordinary work on your walls. This 8.5 x 11 wall calendar is the perfect blend of form and function looks beautiful and keeps you organized!

Happy Halloween wildlife lovers! Stay safe and have fun. Pictured is a Saw-whet Owl! #Halloween #Halloween2020

Have you Spotted a Northern Saw-whet Owl? https://www.wildliferescue.ca//have-you-seen-the-saw-whet/

Calling all wildlife lovers! Stay organized this year while helping wildlife by purchasing our 2021 Wildlife Rescue Calendar. With captivating photos from Wildlife Photographer Paul Steeves, and write-ups about each featured bird, each month will bring you joy and teach you something new. ... Order yours today! Make an excellent gift for all your friends and family. http://ow.ly/xd6C50Ckaan

This poor little Lincoln's Sparrow somehow trapped himself inside a Save-On-Foods, possibly looking for groceries? He was rescued and brought to Wildlife Rescue where he received treatment for a small head wound, and after some time to rest and recover from the ordeal, he was successfully released back into the wild! #FreedomFriday #WildlifeRescue

As colorful leaves fall to the ground, birds take to the skies. This time of year, adults and their young begin their journey south in search of warmer climates. Migration can be like an obstacle course for these feathered travelers. These tips will help you support these grounded birds https://www.wildliferescue.ca///29/help-grounded-seabirds/

Today is World Habitat Day! Read about these tips that will help protect your local wildlife https://www.wildliferescue.ca//tips-to-protect-local-biod/

Let's get moving! The Rotary Club of Burnaby along with the Moscrop Interact Club have launched their annual Fundraising Walkathon, and this year it has gone virtual! You can support wildlife by getting active anywhere! ... How you can help: - Sign up as a team or individual to raise funds - Pledge donations to participants - Promote this event to your network For more information: bit.ly/StepUpBurnaby2020 #WalkforWildlife #StepUpBurnaby2020

Birds use the stars to navigate during migration. Unfortunately, they are also attracted to city lights. This poses many hazards for birds who may fly into glass windows and injure themselves. You can help by putting up window decals, blinds, and other deterrents. Another simple way to prevent bird-window collisions is to turn your lights off at night or at least dim them significantly especially if you live in a high rise. You will save on your hydro bill and help birds n...avigate their way at night! #MigratoryMonday

Walk to help wildlife! This year, the Rotary Burnaby will be hosting their annual Walkathon virtually. Support Wildlife Rescue by lacing up your walking shoes, inviting your friends and family, and donating! For more information and to pledge your support: bit.ly/StepUpBurnaby2020... #walkforwildlife

Co-Executive Director, Linda Bakker shared o the displacement of birds due to the forest fires and smoke in the Pacific Northwest https://animalvoices.org//ren-hurst-on-compassionate-hors/

Every year, Wildlife Rescue sees hundreds of animals impacted by poison, contamination, glue traps and flypaper. Learn how you can help keep wildlife safe https://www.wildliferescue.ca//protecting-your-local-wild/

Bats have a bad rap. After bats were witnessed drinking horse blood, the idea of blood-sucking bats entered popular culture. Yet, out of the 1,300 species of bats, only 3 actually drink blood! And when they do, they're gentle about it - producing a natural anesthetic in their spit making their bite less painful. Happy International Bat Week!... #batweek #internationalbatweek

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL BAT WEEK Did you know that of the 16 known bat species native to British Columbia, over half of them are species at risk (vulnerable or threatened of becoming extinct)? Given the extremely important role bats play in controlling our insect population and spreading seeds and nutrients from wetlands to our forests, it is vital that we better understand bats and the mutually beneficial relationship that we must continue to have with these animals.... Visit our blog to learn more about bats: https://www.wildliferescue.ca//learn-to-co-exist-with-bats/ #batweek #internationalbatweek

Sora waterbird with candy-corn bill survives cat attack. Read the full story about this beautiful bird and its release to safety here https://www.wildliferescue.ca//sora-waterbird-with-a-/here https://www.wildliferescue.ca//sora-waterbird-with-a-cand/

Learn how to manage your hummingbird feeder this fall. Leaving feeders up will not discourage migration, as hummingbirds that migrate are instinctively driven to do so, however; it can alter their behaviors and create health issues if handled without proper care. https://www.wildliferescue.ca//the-ultimate-quick-guide-t/

We're hiring! Wildlife Rescue is looking for a Graphic Design and Multimedia Assistant to join their team! Check out the job posting here https://www.wildliferescue.ca/who-we-are/job-opportunities/

Birds that winter in Canada face challenges with limited food, water and shelter. These tips will help you, help them over the winter https://www.wildliferescue.ca//birds-that-winter-in-canada/

Oil-based pollution harms wildlife causing serious implications and sometimes death, learn how to protect your local wildlife https://www.wildliferescue.ca//oil-based-pollution-contin/

It's International Bat Week! Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can truly fly? BatWeek is an annual, international celebration of the role of bats in nature. Learn more about bats by following Bat Conservation International! Pictured is a silver-haired bat (Lasionycteris noctivagans).... #internationalbatweek #batweek

Want to make a difference for wildlife through marketing and design? Enjoy videography and photography? Wildlife Rescue is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working Graphic Design & Multimedia Digital intern. The intern position requires the successful candidate to work for a minimum of six months and is made possible through the Digital Skills for Youth (DS4Y) federal grant initiative. To Apply:... https://www.wildliferescue.ca/who-we-are/job-opportunities/ See more

Calling all green thumbs! We are looking for an experienced landscaper to help maintain our gardens. Make a difference for wildlife while doing something you love! For more information on this volunteer position, and to apply, visit: bit.ly/2HtjtZc

Tender care for juvenile Eurasian Collared-Dove is essential right now, learn more about this bird https://www.wildliferescue.ca//tender-care-for-eurasian-c/

I'm an owl that eats small birds such as hummingbirds and chickadees. I nest in trees and can be spotted during the day in BC year-round. What bird am I? -- ANSWER:... Northern Pygmy-Owl #wildliferescuebc #bcwildlife #wildlifebc #northernpygmyowl #saveyourlocalwildlife See more

Protect your local wildlife by discarding litter and items safely so wildlife stay safe in your local communities. Learn more here https://www.wildliferescue.ca//protect-vulnerable-wildlife/

Migration is one of nature's most incredible annual phenomenon’s and luckily, ordinary bird enthusiasts like you and I can do a lot to help our feathered friends. Learn more here https://www.wildliferescue.ca//birds-of-the-pacific-flyaw/

Want to attract a beautiful Eastern Kingbird to your yard? These clever birds love berry bushes and will often visit them in late summer. Happy Migratory Monday! #easternkingbird #wildliferescuebc #bcwildlife #wildlifebc #migratorymonday #saveyourlocalwildlife #biodiversity

Ever looked at a cliff and thought that looks like a great spot to have kids? Well, American Dippers have! Instead of nesting in trees, female American Dippers nest on cliff ledges, boulders, or under bridges to stay close to running water (an essential part of their lives). #wildliferescue #wildlifebc #bcwildlife #biodiversity #saveyourlocalwildlife #americandipper

I am a vegetarian that eats plant materials such as seeds and berries. I can be found in BC year-round in cities and towns since I tend to nest in trees and the roofs of buildings. What bird am I? -- ANSWER: ... House Finch! #wildliferescuebc #bcwildlife #wildlifebc #biodiversity