If you find wildlife in need of human assistance, call WRL’s Wildlife Helpline. A volunteer will return your call and give you instructions on how to proceed. 9am – 5pm (EST) – 7 days a week  Learn More

Found an Animal in Need?

Helping Wildlife in Need

You can give sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in Northern Virginia a second chance at life

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Image: Don Chernoff, Wood Ducks on the Potomac! – A winner of 2020 Wild Neighbors Photo Contest.

Directory of Wildlife Resources

A list of local (VA, DC or MD) and out-of-state wildlife rehabilitators.

Animal Help Tips

Learn what to do when you find injured or orphaned wildlife.

Educational Articles

Learn more about various wildlife species native to Northern Virginia.

Wildlife Rescue League

Preserving Virginia’s Natural Heritage Through Wildlife Rehabilitation

Wildlife Rescue League is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to providing care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife with the intent of releasing them back into their native habitat.

Our licensed rehabilitators, located throughout Northern Virginia and surrounding areas, work with a network of volunteers, wildlife centers, animal shelters, humane societies, nature centers and veterinary hospitals to provide life-saving work for wildlife in need.

Years Rehabilitating Wildlife

Helpline Calls Answered Each Year

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Wildlife Rehabilitation

Learn more about wildlife rehabilitation. Find out why it matters and how you can become a rehabilitator.

Release Wildlife on Your Property

We are looking for a variety of habitats to include wooded and/or open with ponds and tall grasses. If you are interested in having an abundance of wildlife on your property, please apply.

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WRL Amazon Wish List

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Wildlife Rescue League - Viriginia
Wildlife Helpline 703-440-0800