RaptorView Research Institute

05/25/2026

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Sometimes a shot can have impacts far beyond its intended target. Three eagles have died of lead poisoning so far this year after rescue attempts at Wild Skies Raptor Center.

05/15/2026

05/01/2026

Rob headed to Helena, MT early this morning to rescue an adult female Osprey with several feet of baling twine tangled around her leg. Entanglement like this is a major—and often fatal—threat to both adult and young Osprey.

We are the only organization in Montana equipped to safely capture free-flying Osprey, an incredibly complex and delicate process. With some luck, we can reach her before the situation turns deadly—whether from getting snagged in a tree or caught on a utility pole. Time truly matters.

You can be part of the rescue.

Missoula Gives kicked off yesterday and I times through today, and we’ve been offered a generous $5,000 matching grant. Thanks to early support,we’re already nearly halfway there!

Help us reach our $10,000 goal and make rescues like this possible. Visit the Missoula Gives link (below) to donate.

Thank you for helping us, help the raptors.

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04/17/2026

Hey friends! Be sure to check out RVRI’s new Science Director, Kylie Denny, as she gives a talk on ospreys on April 20th at 7 PM for the Bitterroot Bird Alliance. Don’t miss it—click the Zoom link to register!

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