Red-tailed Hawk Recovers from Spinal Trauma

We were blessed by divine weather last Friday when Patrick, an adult Red-tailed Hawk, returned to the wild near St. Patrick’s School. Patrick had apparently struck a window in the courtyard of St. Patick’s School in January, causing head trauma and significant spinal trauma. We began around-the-clock supportive care for Patrick that included fluids, medication…

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Northerly Island Opened April 1st

Effective April 1st, Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation’s Northerly Island satellite facility, commonly referred to as “the bird hospital” will be open daily. The facility treats injured and orphaned birds from across the Chicago area and, due to its proximity to downtown Chicago, not only offers convenience for Chicago-area residents, but also has increased survival rates…

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