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Bird Treatment & Learning Center We care and advocate for Alaska's wild birds through rehabilitation, education and outreach.

Bird TLC has been caring for Alaska’s wild birds since 1988 when Dr. James R. Scott, DVM, began treating sick and injured birds at his veterinary clinic. Since then, we have grown to become Alaska’s busiest rehabilitation clinic, taking in approximately 600 birds a year from across the state. In addition to rehabilitating wild birds, we offer interactive, science-based education programs to schools, community organizations, and tour groups.

10/09/2026

What are the corvids up to? Zahra is learning how to open her kennel door, with a little help from Shavila 🤣

Chandelle is using positive reinforcement (and really good timing) to teach Zahra this new behavior. How long do you think it took Zahra to learn it? Put your answer in the comments. Look for the right answer on Friday!

Nine of our patients this year had been shot. The patients included Bald Eagles, Black-billed Magpies, an American Crow,...
10/08/2026

Nine of our patients this year had been shot. The patients included Bald Eagles, Black-billed Magpies, an American Crow, and Common Ravens, including these two, who were shot at the same time in the same location. Because we know that the majority of people would never deliberately hurt another living being, it’s hard to understand the motives of those who do. We will always advocate for kind and compassionate stewardship of wildlife. We appreciate those of you who do the same.

We report these cases to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement because it is illegal to harm a migratory bird.

10/05/2026

Patient 26-533 is a bird you hear but rarely see—a Varied Thrush. This bird was on the ground in the parking lot of a trailhead, vulnerable to off-leash dogs, wild predators, and vehicles, until one kind person picked him up and brought him to us. In this exam, Dr. Karen found two puncture wounds and bruising on the bird's chest. We're treating this patient with an anti-inflammatory and pain medication.

10/02/2026

Because one person cared, an injured American Goshawk got a second chance at life in the wild. An Anchorage resident found this hawk on the ground near their home, stunned and passive—passive enough to allow himself to be picked up, placed in a kennel, and brought to Bird TLC. Finding no injuries, we were hopeful that with anti-inflammatory medications and time to rest, he would make a full recovery. And he did. Now, he’s back in his wooded habitat, where he’ll hunt for small mammals and other birds. Please wish him luck!

Read about the everyday heroes who swoop in to save the day when they find an injured or orphaned wild bird in our lates...
10/01/2026

Read about the everyday heroes who swoop in to save the day when they find an injured or orphaned wild bird in our latest blog post: https://www.birdtlc.org/birdtlcblog

Illustration by Jenna Fleur Designs, LLC

Update on the Northern Saw-whet Owl in our care: Patient No. 26-517 is feisty and eating well, which is what we like to ...
09/30/2026

Update on the Northern Saw-whet Owl in our care: Patient No. 26-517 is feisty and eating well, which is what we like to see. However, he is still unable to hold his wing up without it being wrapped, and because of this, he still has a guarded prognosis.

09/29/2026

When Echo was a young owl, she was habituated to humans, making life in the wild impossible for her. Despite being habituated, she is a shy owl who needs time to feel comfortable in new environments and with new people. Her trainers have worked patiently with her and are looking forward to her future public debut.

Show Echo some love and support as she prepares for public programs by symbolically adopting her! Adopt Echo here: https://www.birdtlc.org/adoptabird

Join Bird Treatment and Learning Center and the Alaska Wildlife Alliance for a rousing night of wildlife-themed trivia w...
09/25/2026

Join Bird Treatment and Learning Center and the Alaska Wildlife Alliance for a rousing night of wildlife-themed trivia with Nerdvana Trivia at Mad Myrna's, Anchorage's favorite nightclub! Plus, there’ll be a raffle and silent auction!

🦉Guests can order food and drinks from Mad Myrna's menu.
🦉Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
🦉Limited to 120 players.
🦉Teams are limited to six players.
🦉$125.00 per team
🦉Register your team here: https://givebutter.com/wildlifetrivia2026

Thanks to Maggie for acting as scale for the size of this juvenile Bald Eagle! Alaska's Bald Eagles truly are big birds ...
09/24/2026

Thanks to Maggie for acting as scale for the size of this juvenile Bald Eagle! Alaska's Bald Eagles truly are big birds - females can measure over three feet from head to tail while males top out at about two-and-a-half feet. Eagles in the Lower 48 are closer to two feet in length.

09/22/2026

Patient No. 26-517: a tiny Northern Saw-whet Owl, found in the road and rescued by a compassionate person who chose not to look away from an animal in need of help. We did not find any fractures in our initial exam, so we began treatment with an anti-inflammatory and pain medication, and drops for his squinting eye. Now, he’ll get to rest in a quiet, dark enclosure.

Address

15510 Old Seward Highway
Anchorage, AK
99516

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19075624852

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