*** Important Announcement - Cedar Keys Audubon Bird Rescue Hotline 1-352-477-0057 ***
Exciting new changes are coming to the CKA Bird Rescue program. More details will be posted shortly once finalized. Our goal is to provide timely bird rescue and transport to the Cedar Key area.
Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other staffing issues, all rescue activities are currently suspended.
If you come upon an injured bird, here are the current recommendations:
1. Call Florida FWC - Wildlife Rescue Hotline 1-888-404-3922. They can provide additional information on availability of possible bird rescuers and bird rehabbers. Alternatively:
2. If you already have secured the bird and are willing to transport, call Paul Sherer, Inglis Florida 1-352-257-4712. He is generally available to meet in Inglis and transport the bird to Nature World Wildlife Rescue for treatment and rehabilitation.
Additional information will be posted once the new program details are finalized.
Exciting new changes are coming to the CKA Bird Rescue program. More details will be posted shortly once finalized. Our goal is to provide timely bird rescue and transport to the Cedar Key area.
Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other staffing issues, all rescue activities are currently suspended.
If you come upon an injured bird, here are the current recommendations:
1. Call Florida FWC - Wildlife Rescue Hotline 1-888-404-3922. They can provide additional information on availability of possible bird rescuers and bird rehabbers. Alternatively:
2. If you already have secured the bird and are willing to transport, call Paul Sherer, Inglis Florida 1-352-257-4712. He is generally available to meet in Inglis and transport the bird to Nature World Wildlife Rescue for treatment and rehabilitation.
Additional information will be posted once the new program details are finalized.
CALL 352-477-0057 FOR BIRD RESCUE HELP
Cedar Key Audubon Society Plans Bird Rescue Program
Members of the Cedar Key’s fledgling Audubon Society met with Tiffany Black of the FWC (Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission) and Dr. Savanna Barry University of Florida biologist and Nature Coast Biological Station (NCBC) Extension Officer to discuss how to better serve injured birds in Cedar Key. Chamber of Commerce’s and City Commissioner Sue Colson foresees the success of such a program emanating from a partnership between the City and County, with participation also from the Audubon, the FWC and the NCBC operating here in town as well as on Seahorse Key. Short term goals include the posting of signage explaining what to do if a bird is hooked by a fish hook or is otherwise in need of medical attention. In addition, Cedar Keys Audubon Society president Bill Rucker stressed the importance of creating a volunteer list, where locals could assist trained professionals in the rescue and transportation of injured fowl. Also in the works is a training program for those interested in how to approach and handle the birds. Colson further announced that she would be adding a unit in the Summer Youth Programs dedicated to instructing junior high and high school students in bird rescue. Anyone interested in either the volunteer/training sessions or the Summer Youth program should be alert for further announcements on these and other developments.
Members of the Cedar Key’s fledgling Audubon Society met with Tiffany Black of the FWC (Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission) and Dr. Savanna Barry University of Florida biologist and Nature Coast Biological Station (NCBC) Extension Officer to discuss how to better serve injured birds in Cedar Key. Chamber of Commerce’s and City Commissioner Sue Colson foresees the success of such a program emanating from a partnership between the City and County, with participation also from the Audubon, the FWC and the NCBC operating here in town as well as on Seahorse Key. Short term goals include the posting of signage explaining what to do if a bird is hooked by a fish hook or is otherwise in need of medical attention. In addition, Cedar Keys Audubon Society president Bill Rucker stressed the importance of creating a volunteer list, where locals could assist trained professionals in the rescue and transportation of injured fowl. Also in the works is a training program for those interested in how to approach and handle the birds. Colson further announced that she would be adding a unit in the Summer Youth Programs dedicated to instructing junior high and high school students in bird rescue. Anyone interested in either the volunteer/training sessions or the Summer Youth program should be alert for further announcements on these and other developments.
Success story: Cedar Key Bird Rescue members Robin Gillies and Anne Lindgren released a rehabilitated pelican at the Cedar Key Marina on 8/14/2017. This pelican was originally rescued by Crosby Hunt and Deborah Anderson and was rehabilitated by Mary Opall and team at Nature World Wildlife Rescue center. It tipped its wings in appreciation once it hit the water.
Doug Maple Anne Lindgren Robin Gillies
Doug Maple Anne Lindgren Robin Gillies
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