of all cases
Broken wings and legs from vehicle collisions, electrocution, and falls. Complex fractures require surgical pinning and months of rehabilitation.
of total cases
treated annually
avg. recovery time
Fractures are the second most common condition at Wildlife Rescue, accounting for about 13% of all cases. The most common causes are vehicle collisions, fighting for nesting space and for mates, and young birds falls from nests during storms. Wing fractures are the most critical — a bird that cannot fly cannot survive in the wild. Our surgical team uses intramedullary pins, and figure-eight bandaging techniques depending on the fracture type and location. Recovery from fractures is long — typically 2 to 4 weeks — and requires careful physiotherapy to restore flight capability.
Average recovery time: 6–16 weeks
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Struck by a vehicle near NH-44, Sultan suffered a complex wing fracture. As an Endangered species, every individual matters. Surgical pinning — refined over hundreds of raptor surgeries — was performed. His recovery is ongoing with controlled rehabilitation to restore flight capability.
Your donation directly funds the treatment and rehabilitation of birds suffering from fractures & bone injuries.
