![]() ![]() ![]() We are accepting Hawks, Falcons and Owls. Game Birds: Turkey, Pheasants, Quail, Grouse, Chukar, Guinea fowlĬertain Raptors: Turkey Vultures, Black Vultures, Crows, Ravens, We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.Īt this time, Aark is unable to accept the following species for treatment: We recognize that these measures are extreme and we are hopeful that things can return to normal soon. Sadly, in an effort to mitigate the spread of this highly contagious disease, we have had to make some difficult decisions regarding species that can be safely rehabilitated at our center without spreading infection. For over 50 years, we have never closed our doors nor refused a patient. In order to continue to treat these babies during this outbreak, we must limit the treatment of species that could carry this virus at our rehabilitation clinic. The majority of these animals are baby mammals and baby songbirds. Please call 21 to make an appointment.Īark treats over 6,000 wild animals annually. Spring and summer hours are 8 am to 8 pm. We have also temporarily suspended our “after hours” drop-off. Leah Stallings Executive Directorĭue to the recent outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), Aark is now admitting patients by appointment only. Your donation today will ensure that the Aark continues to be here for Edith and others like her. Thank you for all the ways you assist with our mission, from the careful rescue of an animal in need to the donations that keep the Aark afloat. Edith remains until she is fully healed and ready to fly free again. The Solebury eagle soared to freedom after three short weeks. At her age, she can just take her sweet old time. Hopefully she will return to the wild soon, but we are in no hurry. The typical life span of a wild bald eagle is 15-20 years. In researching the bands on her legs, we discovered that she is 18 years old and originally from New Jersey. ![]() Chelation was discontinued and the focus became solely on her recovery from her other injuries. Luckily, after her first round of treatment, her lead test came back negative. Weighing in at 12 pounds, this big, beautiful female was hard to handle and not particularly fond of us doing so. Just like the Solebury eagle, she began her treatment. The vet suspected she was in the road because of lead poisoning, then was struck by a car. She was immediately taken to the vet for radiographs and bloodwork. Despite her ravaged body, she had ATTITUDE. Her left foot was swollen, and her wing badly injured. The poor bird had been hit by a car, was disorientated and bloody. Just a few short months later, another eagle was brought to the clinic. This beautiful family is still spotted flying around Solebury. His mate was there too and after a few minutes of “yelling” she accepted him back into the family as if he was never gone. That very day, their baby fledged the nest and was waiting for him on a branch nearby. ![]() On June 9 th, just a few days before Father’s Day, he was reunited with his mate. He received another round of treatment and was soon ready to go home to his family. After five days of daily injections, he was moved to a flight pen to rest for another five days. His attitude remained positive, although he clearly hated treatment. At 8 pounds and a wingspan of about 6 feet, he was quite a formidable patient. The first 5 days of treatment went well, and he regained his strength. Chelation therapy is essential for treating victims of lead poisoning. Within 48 hours our Solebury Eagle was up on his feet and self-feeding. Sadly, this is a common situation with large birds of prey as they often feed upon fish and discarded hunting victims containing lead sinkers or shot. Sure enough, he was dying from lead poisoning. Soon after arrival he was whisked off to the veterinary clinic for evaluation, radiographs, and bloodwork. Local police were on the scene quickly and the nearly unresponsive bird was handed off to a kind citizen who transported him to the Aark. On a breezy evening in May, an adult bald eagle was spotted laying face down in a field near a quiet country road in Solebury. You are much appreciated! This is a tale of two eagles – just for you. Your support throughout the season has helped to save thousands of lives. A TALE OF TWO EAGLES The leaves are turning, the weather is changing, and the wildlife of Pennsylvania is beginning to prepare for the long winter ahead. ![]()
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