Great horned owlets fall from nests
This month, the von Arx Wildlife Hospital admitted 60 animals and 23 patients were successfully released back into the wild. With spring underway, baby raptor season has officially begun. The…
From roadway to recovery: A gopher tortoise and an eastern screech owl
The von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida has recently admitted 110 wildlife patients, many of whom were injured as a result of human activity, such as…
Great horned owl admitted after found swimming in a lake
A local resident recently noticed a great horned owl swimming in a small lake. Owls are not built for swimming, and the resident knew something wasn’t right. When the owl…
A rare sight returns to the wild: The Big Cypress fox squirrel
Among Florida’s most distinctive squirrels, the elusive Big Cypress fox squirrel is notable for its large size, limited range, and protected status. The von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida recently rehabilitated…
Eagle rescue and release in Naples
A bald eagle was found tangled in Muscadine vines, struggling to fly. A caring citizen was going outside to feed his chickens when he saw an eagle on the ground.…
von Arx Wildlife Hospital to remain open during Nature Center closure in September
The Nature Center will be closed for annual maintenance on buildings and grounds from September 2 through 29. While the Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center will close temporarily for…
This is not your pet: Keep wildlife wild
The von Arx Wildlife Hospital at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida admitted 302 wildlife patients and released 65 animals back to the wild in the month of July. Call 239-262-2273…
