Wildlife
Discover Scottish wildlife and get the right guidance when you find a wild animal that might need our help.
Welcome to our Wildlife Advice & Care hub where you will find useful information about Scotland’s wildlife. Scroll to the bottom of the page to find clear, compassionate guidance if you encounter sick or injured animals.
Whether you’ve found a bird in distress, a hedgehog that seems unwell, or another wild creature that needs help, we’re here to support you with expert information and practical next steps.
We work to protect Scotland’s wild animals and ensure every creature gets the help it needs.
Wildlife advice
Sick Animals
What to do if you find a sick animal.
Injured Animals
What to do if you find an injured animal.
Deceased Animals
What to do if you find a dead animal.
Lone Babies
What to do if you find a lone baby animal.
On the Road
What to do if you find animals on the road.
Trapped Animals
What to do if you find a trapped wild animal.
Sponsor a Space
By sponsoring a space, you could provide shelter, vital veterinary treatment, food, water and general care to the animals in our centres until they are adopted or released back into the wild.
Sponsor a Space
Together, we care for them
With your support, we can continue to care for Scotland’s animals every minute of every day. Your donation funds campaigns, research and projects to help give animals the life they deserve. Every £1 matters to all animals in our care.
