by Albert Ustaszewski | Jun 7, 2026 | News, Featured, Success Stories
It may look simple, but hand-feeding a baby wild bird is a highly specialized skill that requires training, experience, and the proper permits. Different species of birds have very specific dietary needs. What is healthy for one species can be harmful or even fatal to...
by Albert Ustaszewski | Jun 7, 2026 | News, Featured, Success Stories
Today was a special day as we released a beautiful Barn Owl back into the wild! This owl first came to Vida Wildlife Rehabilitation as a tiny nestling, completely dependent on care and support to survive. Over the past several months, our team worked to provide the...
by Albert Ustaszewski | Jan 4, 2026 | News, Featured, Success Stories
Recently, we received a call that perfectly illustrates both the danger of illegal wildlife possession and the power of doing the right thing. A Cooper’s Hawk was discovered tangled in a tree, hanging upside down and unable to free himself. A kind and observant family...
by Albert Ustaszewski | Jan 2, 2026 | News, Success Stories, Uncategorized
This beautiful Cooper’s hawk recently came into our care after suffering head trauma that left her with a mild concussion. She was found grounded and disoriented classic signs that something wasn’t right. After a few days of care she is now ready to go back to the...
by Albert Ustaszewski | Dec 30, 2025 | News, Featured, Success Stories
This incredible Swainson’s Hawk came to us from MCAS Yuma in critical condition severely emaciated, weak, and unable to stand on her own. Thanks to quick action and compassionate care, she was given the chance she desperately needed. Over the course of two months, our...
by Albert Ustaszewski | Nov 22, 2025 | News, Featured, Success Stories
Rescue Story: A Common Loon in Yuma! Last week we received an unusual call, a Common Loon had crash-landed right here in Yuma, AZ. Loons need water to take off and land, and this one was fooled by a road mirage, mistaking the shimmering heat for a lake. When he...
