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Houston SPCA Wildlife Center Wildlife Rehabilitation, Environmental Education, Oiled Wildlife Response, Emergency Response
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Wildlife Rehabilitation, Environmental Education, Oiled Wildlife Response, Wildlife Emergency Response

This mud turtle is officially back where he belongs after making his way through rehabilitation. His destination? The mu...
10/20/2026

This mud turtle is officially back where he belongs after making his way through rehabilitation. His destination? The muddy, shallow waters and wetland habitats that mud turtles call home. 🌿💧
Mud turtles are excellent swimmers and spend much of their time in or around water. Their strong, webbed feet help them navigate muddy bottoms, while their ability to burrow into soft soil gives them a place to hide and rest.
After a little help from us, this turtle was ready to get back to doing what turtles do best: taking life at his own pace. 🐢💚

This yellow-billed cuckoo arrived with head trauma and is being closely monitored as he regains his strength. With wildl...
10/13/2026

This yellow-billed cuckoo arrived with head trauma and is being closely monitored as he regains his strength. With wildlife patients, recovery can take time, and our team watches for important behaviors that tell us when an animal is ready to return to the wild.

Yellow-billed cuckoos are migratory birds that spend their breeding season across much of North America before traveling south for the winter. They are especially well known for their appetite for caterpillars and can consume large numbers when caterpillar populations are abundant.
For now, this cuckoo is focused on rest and recovery so he can get back where he belongs. 🌿💛

🐿️ October is Squirrel Awareness Month!Ever wonder what happens when a baby squirrel arrives at the Houston SPCA’s Wildl...
10/06/2026

🐿️ October is Squirrel Awareness Month!

Ever wonder what happens when a baby squirrel arrives at the Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center?

From intake to release, every squirrel follows a careful rehabilitation process. Our wildlife team first assesses each animal’s condition and needs, then provides specialized care, including frequent feedings, cleaning, and monitoring as they grow.

As they become stronger and more independent, squirrels gradually spend more time developing the skills they will need to survive on their own. Once they are healthy, fully furred, eating independently, and ready to navigate the outdoors, they can take the next big step: returning to the wild. 🌳🐿️

Every stage of rehabilitation helps prepare these little squirrels for life on their own. 💚

10/01/2026

🐍 You may remember this guy from last week!
After getting caught in a glue trap, this hognose snake had quite the sticky situation on his scales. After some time to recover, he was ready for the moment we had been waiting for: returning him to the wild. Hognose snakes can be found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and areas with loose soil where they can burrow. This little guy was released near water, giving him plenty of natural habitat to explore as he settles back into life in the wild. 🌿💧
Just like that, he was on his way! 🐍

09/27/2026

Sound on! 🔊 We recently returned 30 Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks to the wild. Their name is no coincidence. Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks are known for their distinctive, high-pitched whistles, which they use while flying, swimming, and standing. Their calls are part of the natural soundtrack of wetlands, ponds, and fields across Texas. After receiving the care they needed, these 30 ducks were ready to return to the places where they belong. Watching them take flight is beautiful, but hearing their whistles fill the air again is a reminder of what wildlife rehabilitation is all about: returning healthy wild animals to the communities and habitats where they play their part. 🦆 💙

🐍 This hognose snake came to us after becoming trapped in a glue trap. He lost some scales and sustained a wound during ...
09/22/2026

🐍 This hognose snake came to us after becoming trapped in a glue trap. He lost some scales and sustained a wound during the incident, but with veterinary care and time to heal, he is recovering well and will soon be ready to return to the wild. 🌿💚

⚠️ Glue traps can pose a life-threatening danger to wildlife. Birds, snakes, and other animals can become stuck while passing through an area where a trap has been placed, often suffering serious injuries in the process. Hognose snakes are also valuable members of their ecosystems. Both species found in Texas feed heavily on amphibians, particularly toads, and hognose snakes have specialized adaptations that allow them to prey on toads despite their defensive toxins. By helping regulate prey populations, they play an important role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. 🌎

🐢✨ Say Hello to This Unique Turtle!Most Red-Eared Sliders have dark green shells, yellow markings, and the distinctive r...
09/16/2026

🐢✨ Say Hello to This Unique Turtle!

Most Red-Eared Sliders have dark green shells, yellow markings, and the distinctive red markings near their ears. Albino Red-Eared Sliders, however, lack the pigment melanin, giving them their unique pale yellow and pink coloring.

While their appearance is striking, albinism can also make these turtles more sensitive to sunlight and more vulnerable to predators in the wild.

One very special Albino Red-Eared Slider is currently receiving care from our veterinary and animal care teams after arriving at the Houston SPCA with shell abrasions. He is being treated and monitored as he continues to heal. 💚

Have you ever seen an Albino Red-Eared Slider before? 🐢

🚨 Wildlife Rescue: TS Eduardo🚨In just two days, 49 squirrels have been rescued or brought into our care from the Beaumon...
09/07/2026

🚨 Wildlife Rescue: TS Eduardo🚨
In just two days, 49 squirrels have been rescued or brought into our care from the Beaumont area in the wake of Tropical Storm Eduardo.
Severe weather can quickly increase the number of animals needing help, with flooding and high winds displacing young wildlife, damaging nests, and leaving animals injured or orphaned.
Our wildlife team is working around the clock to care for these new arrivals, and we need volunteers to help keep up with the increased demand.
🐿️ Wildlife volunteers play an important role in providing the frequent feedings these young animals need while they recover and grow strong enough for release.
If you have the time and are ready to get hands-on, consider becoming a wildlife volunteer. Your help could provide a much-needed extra set of hands during one of the busiest times of year.
Learn more about volunteering and how you can help care for wildlife at HoustonSPCA.org.

🌺Happy National Hummingbird Day!🌺These tiny birds may be small, but they are incredible athletes! Hummingbirds can hover...
09/05/2026

🌺Happy National Hummingbird Day!🌺
These tiny birds may be small, but they are incredible athletes! Hummingbirds can hover in place, fly backward and forward, and beat their wings dozens of times per second.
A few more fascinating hummingbird facts:
• Their hearts can beat over a thousand times per minute during flight.
• They rely on nectar from flowers for energy, while also eating tiny insects for protein.
• Their feathers can shimmer and appear to change color depending on the light.
• Hummingbirds are important pollinators, helping move pollen from flower to flower as they feed.
If you spot a hummingbird in your yard, planting native, nectar-producing flowers and providing a safe habitat can help support these remarkable visitors. 💚
This National Hummingbird Day, take a moment to appreciate one of nature’s tiniest and most fascinating fliers!

🐿️ Squirrel season has arrived! As baby squirrels begin making their appearance, our Wildlife Center is preparing to car...
09/02/2026

🐿️ Squirrel season has arrived! As baby squirrels begin making their appearance, our Wildlife Center is preparing to care for young, orphaned, and injured squirrels in need. If you find a baby squirrel, please resist the urge to feed them. Although they may look hungry or helpless, providing the wrong food or attempting to care for them at home can cause serious health complications. Instead, keep the squirrel warm and safe, and bring them directly to our Wildlife Center. Our trained wildlife team can provide the specialized nutrition, medical treatment, and care they need to grow strong and, when ready, return to the wild.
If you find a baby squirrel in need, the best thing you can do is get them into professional care as soon as possible. 💚🐿️

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7007 Old Katy Road
Houston, TX
77024

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Wednesday 9am - 6pm
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Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
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