Venomous Species
If you are unsure of identification, please handle carefully or not at all.
We cannot take venomous species, unfortunately.
Emergency Plan A: Bring it to us!
We are open 8am-5pm EVERY DAY as a resource for injured native animals! Please call 850-433-9453 during these hours for the best information. DO NOT EMAIL for animal emergencies. If a cat or dog has had contact with the animal, it will need immediate care.
CALL US: 850-433-9453
Due to our resources, WE CANNOT ASSIST WITH RESCUES. You are welcome to bring any injured native animal to us from 8am-5pm any day of the week. If you are unsure of what to do, CALL US! 😊
How to assist the animal:
- Find a box. If possible, the box should be ONLY big enough for the animal to stand and turn around, we don’t want it thrashing around and hurting itself.
- Prepare the box. Place paper towels or a soft cloth (no towels, t-shirts are great) on the bottom of the box. Ensure it has holes for airflow in the lid or sides.
- Place the animal securely in the box – don’t peek! Keep it secure and closed as often as possible to reduce stress and increase survival.
- Keep the box in a warm, quiet, dark place, away from family pets and children until you can bring it to our wildlife hospital. This wild animals will be in shock, scared, or in pain and we want it to be as comfortable as possible..
- If you are not able to bring the animal in immediately and the animal is injured or cold, put a heating pad on LOW under half of the box.
- Get help as soon as possible. If you cannot get an animal help in 2 hours, call a rehabilitator – DO NOT FEED OR WATER!
Emergency Plan B: After Hours
Please call us first at 850-433-9453. After hours, we recommend:
- Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC): 1-888-404-3922
- Rehabber Near Me
- Escambia County Animal Welfare: 1-850-595-0097
