FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is it Alabama Wildlife Center and not Oak Mountain Wildlife Center?

While we are located within Oak Mountain State Park, the AWC operates independently and is not part of the state park system. However, we have been supporting each other since 1987.

Does Alabama Wildlife Center take Songbirds?

Yes!

The species that are not accepted for rehabilitation:

  • House Sparrows
  • Pigeons
  • Starlings

To learn more about our clinic and accepted species:

About Our Clinic

Does Alabama Wildlife Center take Raptors/Birds of Prey?

Yes!

The species that are accepted for rehabilitation:

  • Hawks
  • Falcons/Kites
  • Owls

The species that are not accepted for rehabilitation:

  • Eagles
  • Osprey
  • Vultures

To learn more about our clinic and accepted species:

About Our Clinic

Does Alabama Wildlife Center take Waterfowl or Shorebirds?

Yes! However, these are accepted on a case to case basis.

The species that are accepted for rehabilitation:

  • Gulls
  • Herons/Cranes
  • Pelicans
  • Shorebirds (ex: Plover, Sandpiper)

The species that are not accepted for rehabilitation:

  • Ducks
  • Geese

To learn more about our clinic and accepted species:

About Our Clinic

Are other types of wildlife, such as mammals or reptiles, accepted?

No.

  • Any mammal
  • Any reptile