Tampa Bay Raptor Rescue & Sanctuary

03/22/2026

Thank you to those who offered to help with the hawk. Unfortunately, sometimes things have a way of resolving themselves. Sadly, this bird passed. Her injuries were extensive.

03/21/2026

If there is any one out there can is up for a drive on a beautiful day this gorgeous broad wing hawk needs a ride from Palm Harbor to Apopka stat. :) If you are out there and can help please text 727-798-2385.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day from the Pair O'Green falcons!

03/12/2026

So, this happened right outside our gates. A car pulled up, driver got out, shot one of our wild red shouldered hawks, and took off. Witnesses provided a description of the vehicle along with a plate number. FWC is investigating. The hawk's metacarpals are shattered.

03/11/2026

Check out our adventure on Great Day Live!

Bonnet Springs Park is hosting a week of free spring break fun with live shows and science demos.

03/08/2026

Another big thank you to Amy Reevers, and Lynne Harding for helping get this sandhill crane into the capable hands of Jonathan at . The crane call was luckily received by Nancy Murrah at . He came all the way from San Antonio. It was great for to help this crane along the way.

03/08/2026

And a heartfelt thank you to and Ed Bokor for orchestrating the return of the Cove Cay great horned owl baby. Whew what a remarkable week!

03/08/2026

This baby barred back with sibling and parents this morning after falling out of the nest yesterday and luckily being found by the property owner as he was mowing the lawn. The put back was once again the wonderful owl team Robin Wall, Mary Hoffer and EcoJoe. The owls were pretty mad, but in the end the mother was back in the cavity with both her babies.

03/08/2026

Huge appreciation to Robin Wall and EcoJoe for their incredibly swift and skilled owl rescue efforts. The two magnificent great horned owls at Taylor Park had taken a tumble. Dr. Kushnir, Kim and Bryan examined them and the owl team successfully got them back up in the tree with a basket for support.

03/08/2026

Lulu, our ambassador great horned owl, proved to be a remarkable challenge. She shares her loft with another female great horned owl named Greta. This year she laid an unfertilized egg in her enclosure and was incubating it, showcasing her incredible maternal instincts. This made the situation in that loft potentially hazardous, but Mikell Kilgore rose to the occasion, as always. He successfully and safely captured Lulu, demonstrating exceptional skill and care. Lani Walker then went in and removed the egg, ensuring the well-being of all. The owls are still protective, so we provided extra privacy with tarps, giving them space to thrive.

03/08/2026

Good Morning! It has been a big week. We started on Monday with , Dr. Kushnir, and Kim from , www.facebook.com/SwampGirlAdventures.
Bryan Moya, a veterinary student assisted as part of his capstone course at . Alejandra Corio also assisted having completed the course last term! What a great team to help us out with our ambassadors. And Mikell Kilgore was also a tremendous help with our owls, especially Lulu the great horned owl. I will post those photos separately. Here are some pictures from the exams.

We examined the screech owls, the kestrels, the kites, the barn owl, and one of the great horned owls and an assortment of other species. Residents get physicals and vaccinations on-site annually.