The American Wildlife Refuge – American Wildlife Refuge

If you have an injured raptor, such as an eagle, hawk, or owl, or if you have a vulture or great blue heron, please call our rescue line at 855-896-6957. Do not send an email.

You’ll get a recorded menu, but it will direct you to a live phone number. Our non-emergency number is 919-862-7637.

Any hurt animal in Raleigh can be taken to the Animal Emergency Hospital 409 VICK Avenue. Call them at 919-781-5145.

Our primary rehab vet is Avian and Exotic Animal Care, 919-844-9166.

If the wildlife you found is not a raptor, please contact the NC Wildlife Resources Commission at 919-707-0040 or visit www.ncwildlife.org. Here is a list of all licensed NC Raptor Rehabbers.

We are a small group of volunteers, not a large rescue business. We are people who care, who put the animals first.

The American Wildlife Refuge helps rescue birds of prey, rehabilitate raptors, release rehabilitated birds, provide a refuge for birds that can’t be released, and educate the public about raptors in the Triangle and beyond. We also provide educational presentations to the public.

Private events for educational purposes to youth groups, service groups, scouting groups, home schools, churches, private parties, parks, libraries, schools, and other groups are available for a nominal fee, and can be tailored to your curriculum. All proceeds from shows and donations are spent entirely on the care or the birds and maintaining the refuge facilities.

See our Facebook page to learn more and schedule a Porth Visit!