Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc.

Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc. Rehabilitating injured, orphaned, and contaminated wild birds on the Delmarva Peninsula since 1976
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When native birds have been found injured, orphaned, or ill, the community turns to Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research. Our professional staff and volunteers provide the best, if not only, chance these animals have to return to the wild. The mission of Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research is to provide professional, compassionate rehabilitation to native injured and orphaned wild birds and contaminated

wildlife, and to promote their stewardship through education and humane research. Tri-State envisions a world where informed communities demonstrate respect and care for native wildlife through responsible stewardship.

In the Tri-State nursery, our littlest patients are growing rapidly, graduating from nests to branches overnight. Every ...
06/01/2026

In the Tri-State nursery, our littlest patients are growing rapidly, graduating from nests to branches overnight. Every spring, our clinic fills with tiny, hungry baby birds and each one needs a lot of care to survive from formula to habitat enrichment.

These fragile babies depend on us for everything. That's why we're excited to introduce our "Sponsor a Baby Bird" fundraiser!

With a donation of $50 or more, you can sponsor the care of a juvenile Horned Lark or Eastern Screech Owl. This support provides nutritious diets, medical supplies, safe and clean environments, and much more.

The best part? When you support the baby birds at Tri-State, we'll send you a real patient story, photo, and certificate of symbolic adoption as a permanent reminder of your impact on wildlife in need. Let's save some baby birds together!

Click here to sponsor an Eastern Screech Owl: https://donorbox.org/sponsor-an-owl
Click here to sponsor a Horned Lark: https://donorbox.org/sponsor-a-horned-lark

Thank you for helping us give these little ones a second chance at life.

Fledglings often spend time on the ground as they learn to climb, hop, and strengthen their wings for flight. Their pare...
05/29/2026

Fledglings often spend time on the ground as they learn to climb, hop, and strengthen their wings for flight. Their parents are usually nearby, watching closely and continuing to feed them. To someone who isn’t familiar with this stage of development, it can look like the bird is hurt or abandoned, but in most cases, they’re simply growing up.

After a full exam, our team confirmed that this young owl admitted to the clinic was perfectly healthy. Luckily, shortly after release, staff spotted this owl and all three of their siblings reunited on the same tree our patient was found underneath!

Stories like this are a reminder of how important it is to pause before you pick up a wild bird. Even with the best intentions, removing a healthy fledgling from their environment can separate them from their parents and reduce their chances of survival.

If you ever find a bird and aren’t sure whether they need help, please call a licensed wildlife rehabilitator first. A quick phone call ensures that birds who truly need care get it as quickly as possible.

Thank you to everyone who takes the time to look out for wildlife— and to those who reach out when they’re unsure. Together, we can make sure young birds like this little owl stay safe, healthy, and right where they belong. Click here to learn more about baby birds: https://www.tristatebird.org/baby-bird-faqs

Please join us in welcoming our 2026 Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research interns! We’re excited to have these passionate fu...
05/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming our 2026 Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research interns! We’re excited to have these passionate future wildlife professionals on our team as they learn, grow, and help give injured and orphaned birds a second chance.

Not only do these students get valuable, hands-on experience for their future careers, they provide staff with much-needed help during our busiest season of the year.

We're so excited to see all they accomplish this summer!

Thank you to all who have bravely served and sacrificed for our freedom. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial...
05/25/2026

Thank you to all who have bravely served and sacrificed for our freedom. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day!

We are open today to accept patients from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

05/22/2026

If you need a little joy today, please enjoy this clip of a beautiful Laughing Gull who recently spent some time in care!

They weren't too sure about the tub inside, but the moment we moved the gull outside, they headed straight for the pool and began swimming and preening like normal. The enclosure is full of reeds, rocks, and native foliage that would all look familiar to a gull— specially designed to mimic a patient's natural environment and reduce stress levels.

This story has a happy ending as well; the gull is now flying free with plenty of time to spare for nesting! Thank you very much to the staff, volunteers, and donors who all played a part in giving this patient a second chance at life.

05/20/2026

It's release day for this male American Robin and we have a front row seat as he takes his flight of freedom!

When the robin was admitted, staff noticed wobbly and uncoordinated movements as well as struggling breaths, both signs consistent with a window strike. He was stabilized with fluids, pain management, and supportive care before getting a songbird platter full of nutritious diet.

We kept a close eye on the robin as he recovered, watching strong flight in an outdoor enclosure and healthy appetite. Soon after he arrived, staff were already planning his return to the wild!

Most window strikes happen because birds simply can’t see the glass. Reflections of sky and trees trick them into thinking they’re flying into open space. Help us keep residential areas as safe as possible for feathered neighbors: https://featherfriendly.com/

Spring is in full swing at Tri-State as more and more babies are arriving!To help keep these vulnerable lives safe, we w...
05/18/2026

Spring is in full swing at Tri-State as more and more babies are arriving!

To help keep these vulnerable lives safe, we want to share some information on untrained baby bird feedings. We know it’s tempting to help them by offering food — but feeding them the wrong thing often causes irreversible harm. Baby birds require precise diets and feeding techniques that only trained wildlife rehabilitators can provide.

While those instincts to help come from a good place, the most compassionate action you can take for a baby bird in need is calling a wildlife rehabilitator for guidance.

If you come across a baby bird on the ground, don’t panic. Most times, the parents are nearby taking care of them. When in doubt, call a wildlife rehabber before intervening. For more help learning when to step in, check out our baby bird FAQ page here: https://www.tristatebird.org/baby-bird-faqs

Thank you for helping keep wild birds safe this season!

Every year, Tri-State sees countless patients affected by diseases spread through bird feeders. With your help, we're ho...
05/16/2026

Every year, Tri-State sees countless patients affected by diseases spread through bird feeders. With your help, we're hoping to change that one bird at a time.

Stop by Tri‑State Bird Rescue anytime on June 6 from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. for a free bird feeder cleaning, courtesy of Trail Life Troop MD‑0408. Give your bird feeders a refresh while learning all about how to wash and maintain clean feeding stations for your wild bird neighbors!

Donations are deeply appreciated but never required. Click here for more details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B1scWSPj5/

05/13/2026

This young Great Blue Heron was found cold, exhausted, and tangled in fishing line— a dangerous situation for any bird— before being transported to Tri-State from Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge.

The first few days were focused on stabilizing the bird. Our team provided fluids, pain relief, vitamins, and supportive care while monitoring their injuries. We added carpal bumpers to protect their bruised wing joints and offered fresh fish to encourage them to eat on their own.

The turnaround was remarkable! Their eyes were clear, their flight was strong, and their bruising was already improving. With no constriction wounds from the fishing line and no lingering medical concerns, our veterinarian cleared them for release.

This heron's story is yet another reminder of why safe fishing line disposal matters. Even if it's not yours, taking a few seconds to tidy up can be the difference between life and death!

The first week of April, a female Northern Cardinal arrived at our clinic in rough shape. She had a tear along her jaw, ...
05/11/2026

The first week of April, a female Northern Cardinal arrived at our clinic in rough shape. She had a tear along her jaw, another wound on her head, bruising over her shoulder, and fractures in both her scapula and keel. Though undoubtedly in pain at first, she was feisty and alert— a true fighter.

Over the next several days, our team worked carefully to stabilize her injuries. Her jaw was sutured, her wounds cleaned and bandaged, and her pain was managed while she regained strength.

As her wounds healed, her appetite returned and with every meal and check‑in, she grew stronger. Her feathers were straightened and her weight steadily climbed.

Here she is less than two weeks later, her fractures stable, her sutures being gently removed, and getting one last exam before her return home (while holding a Q-Tip to spare our fingers). This beautiful little cardinal is now flying free where she was found, ready to begin again in the wild!

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170 Possum Hollow Road
Newark, DE
19711

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

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