Marcus was admitted to our hospital in 2005 following an entanglement in fishing line which was put out at a local marina as a deterrent for gulls. Unfortunately, the fishing line caused permanent damage to the tendons of Marcus’ wing and he is no longer able to fly with the symmetry needed for successful hunting in the wild.
On Long Island, Great Horned Owls adopt an unconventional nesting season right in the middle of winter! These birds will typically begin to establish their nesting territories in December, lay eggs shortly after Christmas and will hatch and raise their young in February and March! Their insulating feathers and well-selected and protected nest locations in tall evergreens help to keep both parents and babies warm in the winter weather.
Symbolically adopt one or more of our resident animals for yourself or as a gift to someone you love. Adoptions help us to provide professional care for our ambassador animals including veterinary visits, enclosure enhancements, high-quality food and enrichment.
We rely on donations from the community to provide the best possible rescue, care and rehabilitation to Long Island’s Wildlife.
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Wildlife Center of Long Island (Formerly known as Volunteers for Wildlife) is a tax exempt 501(c)3 not-for-profit charitable organization. Copies of our annual audited financial statements as well as annual IRS 990 and NY State CHAR500 reports can be accessed on the NYS Attorney General’s Charity website.
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