INTERNATIONAL BIRD RESCUE

International Bird Rescue was founded to provide the expertise and capacity needed to save oiled aquatic birds in emergency situations. Our highly trained staff and dedicated volunteers ensure that each bird receives expert and compassionate care. We aim to be innovators and to push forward both knowledge and best practices in care and rehabilitation of oiled aquatic birds.

We save birds' lives around the world by:
*Responding to wildlife impacted by oil spills and providing expertise in planning and training to government agencies, oil industry personnel, wildlife groups and volunteers
*Taking action during wildlife disasters, such as red tides and algal blooms, when no other resources are available
*Caring for oiled, injured and orphaned aquatic birds year-round at our two rescue centers in California
*Conducting ongoing research into the most effective strategies for saving wildlife
*Training organizations and individuals around the world who are committed to rescuing seabirds
*Inspiring the next generation by educating them about our life-saving work and the plight of avian species

-Expert veterinary and wildlife rehabilitation staff managing the Los Angeles Oiled Bird Care and Education Center and the San Francisco Bay Oiled Bird Care and Education Center
-The Alaska Wildlife Response Center, serving oiled wildlife emergency needs in Alaska
-A global response team with a depth of experience in managing large-scale oiled wildlife crises, as well as training industry and fellow wildlife organizations on emergency management and best care practices
-A premiere research program studying optimal nutrition for oiled animals, the effects of dispersants on marine life and other key areas of wildlife research
-An international internship program training the next generation of avian veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitation technicians
-A large network of committed, knowledgeable volunteers

We have more than 50 years of experience and success in oil spill and wildlife emergency response. In recent years, we have also built a successful wildlife rehabilitation program and continue to lead best practices in the care of aquatic birds.