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Collaborative wildlife rescue helps bobcat heal and return home 

A young bobcat found injured in Bonita Springs has been successfully rescued, rehabilitated, and released thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, supportive community members, and…

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Animal awareness: Giving wildlife the best chance of survival

The von Arx Wildlife Hospital cares for thousands of injured, orphaned, or sick native wildlife 365 days a year. Most of the injuries that we see in the animals admitted…

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The Conservancy of Southwest Florida hosts baby shower event to help native wildlife in need

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida hosted their annual baby shower on Saturday, June 14. From April 1 to June 14, the von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest…

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Found a baby animal, now what? Tips and tricks from your local wildlife hospital

Written by Lauren Barkley | von Arx Wildlife Hospital Rehabilitation Manager The von Arx Wildlife Hospital is part of and located at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Call 239-262-2273 for…

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Conservancy to host wildlife baby shower on June 14

Each spring, the longer days and warming temperatures in Southwest Florida trigger breeding season for native wildlife that results in a surge of young wild animals. To raise awareness and…

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Protect migratory birds this season

The von Arx Wildlife Hospital is located and part of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. We are located at 1495 Smith Preserve Way in Naples, Florida. Call 239-262-2273 for wildlife…

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From backyard rescue to roadside recoveries: Baby bird season is here and more! 

Since the beginning of April, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in baby bird admissions. One of our recent patients was a young pileated woodpecker. The bird was found hopping around…

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53 opossum joeys admitted to the wildlife hospital

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s wildlife hospital is starting April off with a busy baby season. Within the past two weeks, the von Arx Wildlife Hospital has admitted 53 young…

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Crested caracaras admitted to wildlife hospital

The von Arx Wildlife Hospital has been busy the past two weeks. Some wildlife patients that are currently in their care include two crested caracaras, four grey squirrels, 12 gopher tortoises and…

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Protecting Southwest Florida’s Wildlife: Combating Avian Influenza 

Written by Lauren Barkley, von Arx Wildlife Hospital Manager The Conservancy of Southwest Florida works to protect Southwest Florida’s water, land, wildlife, and future by taking a One Health approach.…