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19 birds of prey, imprisoned and left to die
In a sight that brought our experienced vets to tears, these magnificent birds were found trapped in filthy dog and cat carriers, some crammed in together along with the remains of chicks. The floor was crawling with maggots, and these magnificent birds had broken wings, missing feet, suffering unimaginable mental and physical neglect. One hawk, entangled in its carrier was in such a bad state, we had to euthanise it.
“This is one of the worst cases I’ve worked on regarding bird welfare.”
Scottish SPCA Team Member
But thanks to donations, this story didn’t end in despair
The surviving birds were rescued and immediately given urgent veterinary care. Each began a carefully managed rehabilitation program, rebuilding their strength and confidence.
Today, they’re thriving in permanent homes with our partners in some of the most scenic areas of Scotland, free to stretch their wings and fly high again.
Bonnie’s brave transformation
After their initial rescue, the birds were incredibly withdrawn. They’d avoid eye contact, wouldn’t engage with the world around them and showed clear signs of distress. One small tropical screech owl called Bonnie, would cower in a corner. Today now settled in her new home, she’s unrecognisable. She has become very inquisitive and engaging, capturing the hearts of everyone she meets.
Without donations, this outcome would have been very different.
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Right now, more wild animals are out there – helpless, hurt and losing hope. They urgently need your support.
How your donations are making a difference
Last year alone we saw:
4,514 arrivals to our National Wildlife Rescue Centre
22
Red squirrels
161
Birds of prey
70
Seals released
36
Foxes released
Hamlet the golden eagle’s road to recovery
Found shot and unable to fly, Hamlet was taken to our National Wildlife Rescue Centre where our expert team helped him gain back his strength and mobility. After months of physio sessions, he was finally ready to spread his wings and was released back into the wild.
Thanks to our team’s dedicated care, and donations, Hamlet was rehabilitated and graced the skies again.
Turnip the beaver’s stormy adventure
Washed downstream during a storm, an orphaned, week-old Turnip arrived at our Wildlife Rescue Centre. Our team provided intensive care and hand-reared him, helping him grow and learn natural behaviours. When he was strong enough, he moved to the Cornish Seal Sanctuary, where he was introduced to female beaver, Parsnip. The pair have since been released and are getting on swimmingly in the wild.
Chimera the seal’s close call
Rescued from the River Don, Chimera was barely holding on. She was less than half the weight an adult female should be and had ulcerated eyes and laboured breathing. We treated her with medication and pain relief and eventually she was released, weighing a healthy 70kg – the largest seal we’ve ever rehabilitated.
Angus the hedgehog’s fight for freedom
Angus was found in a hedgehog house, tangled and in pain. Wrapped in a cable tie, his skin was cut and infected, tightening with every breath. He was taken straight to our vet for wound cleaning and antibiotics, and three weeks later, he was released back where he belongs.
WILD LIVES across Scotland need you
Our National Wildlife Rescue Centre is the largest in Scotland, equipped to rescue and rehabilitate almost all wildlife. But without donations, our doors may close for good.
Make a one-off donation
Your support could be the reason the next wild animal survives. Every £1 matters to Scotland’s wildlife in our care.
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Without the generous support of our donors, wildlife across Scotland would have nowhere to turn. Your donation saves animals’ lives.