There are over 50 species of gulls worldwide. Do you know which gull species live near you, and how to tell them apart? Learn how to ID many of the west coast species.
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After one million gallons of crude oil fouled San Francisco Bay in 1971, Alice Berkner founded International Bird Rescue to give the best possible care to wildlife. Read her captivating account of the genesis of this 46 year old organization.
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With a weakened EPA and current threats to clean water, regulation and protection of endangered species, our work is as critical as ever. Bird Rescue relies on public support to care for 5,000 aquatic birds and they don't come with their own credit card.
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International Bird Rescue maintains two full-time bird rescue centers in California. Our expert staff and dedicated volunteers care for injured, orphaned, or oiled aquatic birds – including baby Snowy Egrets.
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Our friends and partners at Dawn continue to produce wonderful #HowDoYouLoveWildlife videos capturing the heart and soul of our bird rescue efforts.
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All hands were on deck for this critical effort to rescue birds caught in the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, which impacted birds and other wildlife all over the Gulf of Mexico region. A large response team from Bird Rescue worked tirelessly alongside long-time colleagues Tri-State Bird Rescue.
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Enjoy bird portraits all year long from your favorite Bird Rescue photographers. These 2017 calendars are going fast so be sure to order yours today!
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There's a good chance that we've saved wildlife in areas of the world where you do business. Let's work together!
We've teamed up with our partners at Dawn Saves Wildlife to give a behind-the-scenes look at caring for oiled birds. Click here to find out more!
Enjoy the live streaming BirdCams at our two California wildlife centers!
In honor of our 45 years of service, we ask you to join us as an official member of Bird Rescue for $45. We will mail you an "in the flock" exclusive car decal, while supplies last.
International Bird Rescue provides a hand-picked team of professional emergency managers, wildlife rehabilitators, biologists and veterinarians to manage each aspect of a wildlife response.
 | MembershipBecome a Member Today! |
 | DonationsYour generous donations will help us rescue and rehabilitate thousands birds from around the world. |
 | VolunteerVolunteer your time to help rehabilitate aquatic birds. |
 | Gifts of StockA gift of securities pays big dividends for the birds! |
 | Visit our Wish ListsOur Amazon.com wish lists have a wide variety of products we depend upon every day. |
 | Shop the StoreEvery purchase you make supports International Bird Rescue’s lifesaving work. |
May 20, 2017 Photo of the Week: Caspian Tern With Fishhook In WingCheck out this beautiful Caspian Tern, photographed by Alex Viduetsky from the oceanic jetty in Playa Del Rey, California. Now look closer a [...] |
May 11, 2017 For Mother’s Day: Adopt a Duckling!Everybody needs a Mom! These orphaned Ducklings are a reminder that Mother’s Day (May 14th) is just a around the corner. What better w [...] |
May 09, 2017 Patient of the Week: Black-crowned Night-HeronOh, how this baby has grown! When this Black-crowned Night-Heron came to us after being rescued from a downtown Oakland rookery in mid-April [...] |
 | Blue-Banded PelicansReport sightings of banded pelicans here. |
 | Who We AreA 3-minute video on our team's lifesaving work. |
 | The Annual ReportA comprehensive look at our accomplishments. |
 | How Does International Bird Rescue Help Oiled Birds?Learn about the process of rehabilitating oiled birds. |
 | Why Retain International Bird Rescue?Learn what makes International Bird Rescue a global expert in bird rescue and rehabilitation. |
