Okanogan Wildlife League
More stories to come, as we have time!
PATIENTS
Great Horned Owl #1101
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This was our first official patient. If you know us well, you will know that this is Hermes! He came to us with a broken wing from Twisp, seen in this picture. The break was a compound fracture of his radius and ulna and required ampuation. Although he couldn't be released, we are happy to welcome him to our educational program so he can share his amazing story with you!
Northern Saw Whet Owl #1211
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​This fiesty little juvenile was our first baby release! He came to us from Brewster, were he was found next to a deceased parent on the side of the road. He suffered no injuries, but we wanted to make sure he could fly and hunt well. He was released after a short stay with us and he was able to convince us of his abilities!
North American Beaver #1220
This adorable little face was a baby beaver that was found in an area where some brush-burning clean up was being done. The family dog found had found him and the owners called us. Sadly, he passed away on the drive to our center before we could even try to help him. He was an amazing creature nonetheless, and a reminder that even though we do our best, we can't save them all.
Snowy Owl #1270
This Snowy Owl was a downed owl found in a field on the Omak flats. She had an injury to her left wing consistent with catching it on the top of a metal T-post. She recovered well and this is the best picture we could get of her flying to freedom!
Painted Turtle #1313
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​This little turtle was found at Veteran's Memorial Park in Oroville. Her shell was fractured on the top and bottom of her body. Our best conclusion is that she was struck by a boat prop. You can see the small fracture line on the center of her shell by her head. We repaired the fractures on the outside so they could heal from the inside and made sure she was water ready. We were happy to add a turtle to our list of successes!
Striped Skunk #1320
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​This little skunk baby was found by Wannacut Lake near it's mother who had been struck by a car. The finder of this baby called us and we agreed to take it in. Moving slowly and calmly, we were able to ascertain that nothing was wrong with him, except that he was alone. We found a litter of skunks at a facility in Bellingham and they gratiously agreed to allow this one to be raised with other skunks. We traveled over the mountains to watch him "dance" his way into his new family. A great story to show how wildlife rehabilitators work together to best benefit our patients!
