Wildlife Rescue Center

06/19/2026

The wild babies are HUNGRYYY!! We're running low on some staple foods and need your help to restock on baby food, Purina One dog food, and formula🍼

If you can help us out, please drop-off or send some of these life-saving supplies to Wildlife Rescue Center at 1128 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021. Donations are always appreciated as well💕

Amazon list-
https://tinyurl.com/yc8caj3c

Walmart list-
https://tinyurl.com/wildwalmart

Thanks for caring & sharing y'all❤️

06/18/2026

"What's that Smell???"🦨🦨

Baby striped skunks are arriving! Female skunks give birth to litters of 4-6 baby skunks from May to June.

These babies are born nearly naked, with only faint black and white markings. Their eyes and ears begin to open at around 3 to 4 weeks old, and they heavily rely on their moms throughout their infancy.

Over the summer, momma skunk teaches her babies how to survive on their own. Babies will stomp and point their butts at possible threats from a very young age, but they can't properly spray until about three months old.

06/16/2026

It's back y'all! Celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and kindness with our 'Possums & Pride design🐭🌈

With t-shirts, tanks, tie-dyes, and sweatshirts in a variety of colors and sizes, you're sure to find the perfect fit!

Order your WILDIN' OUT shirt now at https://www.bonfire.com/wildin-out-2024-1/

Proceeds benefit ongoing wildlife rehabilitation efforts at the Wildlife Rescue Center ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤎🩵🩷🤍

'possums and pride summer '25. Proceeds generated will be used for animal care at the Wildlife Rescue Center.

06/14/2026

Kids when the activity requires zero kids😅

06/11/2026

Join us at the Fireflies and Friends Festival hosted by the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House on Friday, June 26!

We'll be hanging outside ready to chat about our nocturnal and crepuscular wild neighbors all evening🦝🦇🦨🐾

Have you heard the news?!? The Butterfly House is staying open late on June 26! Explore the night and learn about nighttime creatures at our annual ✨Fireflies and Friends Festival✨ No separate ticket needed! All of the fun is included with Fri, Jun 26 admission.

New to the event this year is the 🎨BUGGY ART FAIR🎨! Not only can you come visit our bug friends, but now local artists have created a way to take the beauty of the night home with you!

Check out our website to learn more about the artists, vendors, and schedule of activities!

Don’t forget BYOF* 🔦 (Bring your own flashlight!)”

📷: Fletcher

06/03/2026

It's that time of year again, and we're receiving calls from concerned members of the public about finding newborn fawns in backyards, parks, and near businesses. It's only natural to feel worried, but a fawn found alone is not necessarily abandoned.

Mother deer (doe) leave their babies alone for hours while they forage for food. This behavior is perfectly normal and helps protect the fawn from predators. A fawn’s spotted coat provides excellent camouflage, and by staying still and quiet, the fawn reduces its chances of being detected.

If you're concerned about a fawn's health, contact a wildlife rehabilitator. Signs of a problem include obvious injuries, constant crying, stumbling or falling, curled ear tips, and flies around the head or rear.

If you see these signs, find a local wildlife rehabilitator at ahnow.org.

06/02/2026

There are still a few spots left at our Nature Tots Storybook Hour TOMORROW!

Together, we will read a nature-themed story, enjoy a wildlife walk, and create a craft using nature's art supplies📖🌱

REGISTER NOW @ https://bit.ly/2VSAH46

This event is FREE with an item from our most needed wish list: www.mowildlife.org/wish-list

We can't wait to see you there!😊

06/01/2026

Happy Pride month y'all! 👩‍❤️‍👩🏳️‍🌈💞🏳️‍⚧️👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

05/28/2026

Wildlife Wisdom: Be Bear Aware in Missouri

Native black bears were once nearly eliminated from Missouri, but they are making a comeback and expanding their range. Although black bears are typically shy and avoid humans, easy access to food sources can lead to unwanted encounters when bears are intentionally or unintentionally fed.

Help keep both people and bears safe with these tips:
🐻 Never feed bears!
🐾 Don’t leave pet food outside unattended.
🌲Secure trash, recycling, and compost containers.
🐻 Clean and store grills and smokers indoors.
🐾 If you see a bear, leave them alone and keep your distance.

Read more from the Missouri Department of Conservation at mdc.mo.gov/wildlife/wildlife-facts/be-bearwise

05/28/2026

Raccoon families are getting ready to go exploring!🦝🦝🦝

Moms who had babies this spring will soon be leading their little families on nightly excursions. As these little ones venture out on their first foraging trips, they can get into some sticky situations.

Getting trapped in a mostly empty dumpster is one such common occurrence.

Thankfully, it's easily remedied by providing a sturdy tree branch, makeshift ladder, or ramp to facilitate the family's escape.

Learn more about raccoons at mowildlife.org/raccoons