Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust

28/01/2026

Candy the Canadian Goose carries the can for littering.
Today at WBRT we received a call for help from a distressed member of the public who saw a Canadian goose with its beak stuck in the top of a discarded drink can. We quickly arranged a volunteer to go into the stream and rescue the goose so we could take her in for care. We cut away the tear tab from the can to release her beak and Candy will now be calling WBRT home for a short while as we treat her with pain and antibiotic medications. As soon as the wound has fully healed Candy will be returned to the stream where she was found. Thanks to Sandra for alerting us to this poor injured goose and to Dave who carried out the rescue 😀😀. No thanks to whoever discarded the drink can into the stream ☹️☹️

06/06/2025

**Community rehome** - 3 gorgeous geese. Currently located on the Kapitit Coast.

We have not met this trio but we have been asked to help them find a new pet only, not for eating or breeding home, where they can free range in a safe and contained area, with shelter, access to water, and can live their best life. This is what we have been told...

"In the attached picture, the goose on the left is the eldest (Mildred @10 years), the middle goose is 2 years old and named Ryaness, and the goose on the right hatched last year but has not been named yet. We would ideally like to keep them together. They become quite vocal when people are around but have shown no signs of agression, they are quite a freindly bunch. They are located just outside Ōtaki."

If you can offer these 3 a new forever home then please email [email protected] for more information.

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COMMUNITY POST DISCLAIMER: All community posts are done in good faith with the person requesting our help and the information they provide. In most cases HUHA has not met the owner or the animal advertised and therefore accepts no responsibility for the rehoming or any other reason for the post. All arrangements are made direct with the owner or other agency and any enquiries are to be sent to them direct unless otherwise stated. Thank you

03/06/2025

This beautiful Starling fell victim to a cat attack 😞 Fortunately, the residents of the property were nearby and able to provide assistance. Presented to us in poor condition, we managed wounds, pain and the high risk of infection (cat saliva is toxic to birds). After a few weeks of rehabilitation and strengthening, he has made a full recovery and returned to his home 🫶.

Thank you to our followers for your ongoing love and support!
It helps our mission of providing avian wildlife with a second chance, they might not otherwise receive. 🥰

30/05/2025

It’s fascinating to see the varied colours and patterns of Muscovy ducks 😍
These two have been changing daily as they mature into the playful, chattering ducks we love and adore!
If you are interested in adopting Muscovy Ducks in the near future (as we always get these cool kids arriving for help at WBRT)
Flick us a message today!

27/05/2025

Abby the Goose. After a large gash to the top of her head, shes soldiered through alot!
Now back from surgery at Massey University, she’s reached the final leg of her recovery and will be taken back to her loving family asap! 🩵
Send her some well wishes 🙌

27/05/2025

Thanks all! Sorted 🥰
Handsome boys needing a home 💛
Do you have space for a couple of Roos?
Please get in touch if you can help!

27/05/2025

Charlie Girl Kākā, Taonga Manu o Te Anau 🩵

DOC failed Charlie Girl Kākā. We won't! Support our legal fund and help bring Charlie home.

07/05/2025

Gorgeous boy -Chucky Ducky, his sister - Sarah and mum - Junior are looking to settle in a forever home. Chuck is quite boisterous and would do better as the only male, unless integrating with others is closely monitored. Please let us know if you have room for these cool kids!

29/04/2025

Look at these cool Quackers! 🦆🦆🦆
Wouldn’t you just love to have them as Forever Pets? 🥰
For more information on how to adopt them, flick us a message!

28/04/2025

This beautiful Dove and her mate came to us, after being immobilised by a toxin, causing an array of issues!
After some intensive care, their recovery was successful, and we are now seeking a home for them! 🫶
If you think you can help, please get in touch! 🙌🦆 NOTE: Home now found 🫶🫶🫶

16/04/2025

Rehome on behalf of a wonderful supporter!
A crossbreed flock ready to go someone with an already established smaller flock, or to someone wanting to start one! A good amount of space and a water source Is essential!
Please get in touch via messenger and we can pass on further details!
NOT FOR THE POT! 🫶

14/04/2025

Green Fingered Friends!
We need your help on Fridays!
We are looking for dedicated volunteers with a passion for propagation able to help maintain our nursery! Please send an email to [email protected]