Juvenile Black Chin hummingbirds in pre-release aviary
Baby ducks swimming in a volunteers bath tub during recuperation. From left to right: Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead, Green Wing Teal
Sibling baby Hummingbirds
The Ruddy Duck in the above four photos was found pecking on someone's sliding glass door. Their dogs woke the homeowners at 4:00 am. The duck was given to SWRR and was released the same day. See the Redding Record Searchlight article entitled Thirsty, cold duck pays couple a visit for additional details on his story.
This little and fast Roadrunner was found hit by car. He was picked up by a wonderful lady and brought to SWRR. The little guy was fine in a few hours and released the next day. He was healthy and happy to go back home.
Eloise Kuntz, long time Raptor Team Leader, now 91 years old, still caring for and releasing her charges. Pictured above, a Red Shoulder Hawk prior to release.
The Red Shoulder Hawk in flight.
A Pygmy Owl stops to say thanks after being released by Eloise
Another Red Shoulder Hawk released by Eloise
An adult injured Osprey that was rehabilitated by SWRR being returned back to it's home in Lake California.
Bald Eagle - by Terry Bruton
Golden Eagle Photo contributed by SWRR volunteer Terry Bruton
