The Drunk Opossum

06/22/2026

Someone wants to be silly and not eat like a young lady.

06/20/2026

We love gringos, you love gringos, EVERYONE LOVES GRINGOS!

Don’t forget our spirit day is THIS Monday, June 22nd! Come out and have a drink or two with us while supporting the org.

06/17/2026

Come see us! We would love to meet our supporters!

06/15/2026

We need help! You can help!

Be a bat hero! Bat World Sanctuary is working to compile a running list of bat transport volunteers across the US. Wildlife rehabilitators across the country are swamped with calls this time of year. As rescuers, we are not funded by the government, nor do we receive compensation for our work. We vo...

06/15/2026

OK, y’all… looks like the nasty weather is fixing to bring us together. Let’s talk about what that means.

If you find an orphaned or injured wild animal: Warm. Dark. Quiet.

Do not give food or water. Even the best intentions can do more harm and may prove deadly.

After serious weather, you might see wildlife on porches, in garages, or under vehicles. They’re often just trying to dry off, warm up, and catch their breath before moving on. We may not need to intervene.

And please, never handle a bat with your bare hands.

We also need your help during storm season. I may be the first person you had contact with about this animal, but you might be the tenth call we’ve gotten since breakfast. Be patient and be prepared to work with us on transportation or meeting arrangements.

Thank you all for your support. I have a feeling I’ll be texting some of you very soon!!!

06/10/2026

XC is a local wildlife group in Galveston County. We met during the bat class. Laura and Lindsey have been a great support system. We are blessed to have this positive and uplifting relationship with our local rehabs. ❤️

06/09/2026

06/07/2026

Midnight, a young and rather foolish evening bat, was cavorting in south Houston last week when, having failed to pay attention to where she was going, she collided with a harsh and unforgiving door. The crash resulted in a comminuted compound fracture of the left humerus - a very painful injury indeed. With her wing quite literally in pieces, she was lucky to be found quickly. Rehabber Erika at The Drunk Opossum provided emergency care, and our fabulous transport volunteers Dennis, Casey and Jodie ran the relay to get her here.

This morning, Midnight is resting comfortably, with pain medication and antibiotics. She will not be releasable, so she will join our permanent colony and teach other rehabilitators how to properly care for these amazing animals.