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Spring has sprung?!?
Babies are starting to come in even though the calendar still says "winter". Squirrels seem to be a bit ahead of schedule, probably due to the warmer weather and rain we've been having. Baby squirrels are born blind, deaf, and hairless and are called pinkies. Their ears gradually open and eyes open at around five weeks of age. This little guy at the right is around five days old (he came in with his umbilical cord stump still attached). Ma
A bit of a setback...
Had a bit of a set back with our little Nick. He started spiking a fever last Thursday (Jan.
Who's Whooooo at the Center
We had another full and exciting week at the center. The barred owl at the left is currently recuperating in our care. He was apparently struck by a car, was on the ground, and then attacked by a hawk (talk about having a bad day!). A kind passerby chased the hawk away and brought the owl to us. He has some head trauma and will need time and supportive care to gain his stre
A busy start to 2012
It has been a very busy week for Friends! We took in several injured squirrels, raptors, and this little guy. He has a sad story, but hopefully is on his way to a happier life. He is a juvenile, probably born this past spring. He was rescued by a kind lady who witnessed him being attacked by dogs. She chased the dogs off, and was then surprised when he didn't run away, but rather approached her. He seemed very tame to her, so she took him h
Our First Intakes of 2012
Our work never stops. Our first intake of the year is this adult male Kestrel (a falcon.) He was found in the middle of Hwy 105 in Montgomery and came to us on January 1.
A Year of Friends in the News
This was an incredibly eventful year for Friends of Texas Wildlife, full of highs and lows.
2011 End of Year Recap
We just wanted to take this opportunity to touch base with you to give you a brief yearly recap for Friends of Texas Wildlife.
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