Injured or Orphaned Wildlife
Wildlife Rehabilitators & Rescue Resources Serving Pinellas County
| Organization | Phone | Wildlife Accepted |
|---|---|---|
| Birds in Helping Hands | (727) 365-4592 | Rescue / transport assistance for injured wild birds |
| Seaside Seabird Sanctuary | (727) 391-6211 | Wild birds, including seabirds and birds of prey |
| Tampa Bay Raptor Rescue | (727) 798-2385 | Birds of prey / raptors |
| Tampa Bay Wildlife Rehabilitation | (727) 725-1691 | Small and large mammals; birds of prey; reptiles including gopher tortoises |
| Sanctuary at Solid Rock | (727) 656-2920 | Small mammals; reptiles |
| Owl’s Nest Sanctuary For Wildlife | (813) 598-5926 | Small and large mammals; birds including raptors and seabirds; reptiles including gopher tortoises |
| Central Florida Bat Rescue | (727) 459-2472 | Bats |
| Pinellas County Animal Services | (727) 582-2600, option 4 | Wildlife pickup/transport assistance; humane support for sick or injured wildlife. |
What to Do First
- Call the rehabilitator first. Capacity and species intake may change.
- Keep the animal in a quiet, dark, ventilated box.
- Keep pets and children away.
- Do not feed or give water unless instructed.
- If you are bitten or scratched by the animal, seek medical care immediately.
Special Cases
- Manatees, dolphins, whales, sea turtles, Florida panthers and black bears:
FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline
888-404-3922 - Sick or injured gopher tortoise:
850-921-1030 (weekdays 8 a.m.–5 p.m.); after hours/weekends call 888-404-3922 - If you are unsure whether wildlife is truly orphaned, leave it in place and call for guidance.
FWC Contacts
- Southwest Regional Office: 863-648-3200
- Wildlife Alert Hotline: 888-404-3922
- Nuisance Alligator Hotline: 866-392-4286
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Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Permitted Florida Wildlife Rehabilitators, revised 9/25/2026, plus current organization contact and service information.