Alaska Raptor Center
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The Alaska Raptor Center, located in Sitka Alaska, provides medical treatment to over 200 injured birds each year. Although we specialize in raptors, we will aid any wild bird in need. 501C3 Nonprofit. (907)747-8662
Please welcome Hillary, our new Education Manager! A lifelong Sitkan, Hillary started as an Interpreter here in the late 2000s. She's passionate about weaving Lingít culture into our education programs. Welcome, Hillary!
September 18, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Please welcome Hillary, our new Education Manager! A lifelong Sitkan, Hillary started as an Interpreter here in the late 2000s. She's passionate about weaving Lingít culture into our education programs. Welcome, Hillary!
Did you know, #BaldEagles can eat a wide variety of prey? While fish is the centerpiece of a Bald Eagle’s diet, they will also eat birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals, including carrion. Rain, one of our resident Bald #Eagles received a #moose leg today!
#GirlDinner
#GirlDinner
September 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Did you know, #BaldEagles can eat a wide variety of prey? While fish is the centerpiece of a Bald Eagle’s diet, they will also eat birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals, including carrion. Rain, one of our resident Bald #Eagles received a #moose leg today!
#GirlDinner
#GirlDinner
In remembrance of September 11th, we honor the strength, resilience, and unity of our nation. #NeverForget
September 11, 2026 at 4:39 PM
In remembrance of September 11th, we honor the strength, resilience, and unity of our nation. #NeverForget
We have a small Dolly Update! Dolly and Camilla, 2 of our young Bald Eagle patients, recently finished their avian influenza quarantine and are ready to be moved into the Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation Bald Eagle Flight Training Center. #WildifeRehab #Dolly #BaldEagle #Rescue
September 9, 2026 at 4:08 PM
We have a small Dolly Update! Dolly and Camilla, 2 of our young Bald Eagle patients, recently finished their avian influenza quarantine and are ready to be moved into the Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation Bald Eagle Flight Training Center. #WildifeRehab #Dolly #BaldEagle #Rescue
As we honor the hard work and dedication of American workers, Rain, our magnificent Bald Eagle, wants to wish you a happy Labor Day!
The Alaska Raptor Center is open to visitors from 8am to 4pm, with last admission at 3:30pm. #LaborDay #BaldEagles #workers
The Alaska Raptor Center is open to visitors from 8am to 4pm, with last admission at 3:30pm. #LaborDay #BaldEagles #workers
September 7, 2026 at 4:14 PM
As we honor the hard work and dedication of American workers, Rain, our magnificent Bald Eagle, wants to wish you a happy Labor Day!
The Alaska Raptor Center is open to visitors from 8am to 4pm, with last admission at 3:30pm. #LaborDay #BaldEagles #workers
The Alaska Raptor Center is open to visitors from 8am to 4pm, with last admission at 3:30pm. #LaborDay #BaldEagles #workers
Did you know Barn Swallows are the most widely distributed swallow species in the world? This little #BarnSwallow was found in an abandoned nest in Juneau, AK. After a short stay in our ICU, this little bird is ready to fly into the wild! Good luck! #Wildlife #NationalWildlifeDay #FreedomFriday
September 4, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Did you know Barn Swallows are the most widely distributed swallow species in the world? This little #BarnSwallow was found in an abandoned nest in Juneau, AK. After a short stay in our ICU, this little bird is ready to fly into the wild! Good luck! #Wildlife #NationalWildlifeDay #FreedomFriday
Meet Dolly, our newest Bald Eagle patient here at the Alaska Raptor Center, named after the one and only Dolly Parton! Dolly arrived after taking a fall from a tree. After a short stay in our ICU, Dolly is now recovering in one of our smaller flight mews. #WildlifeRehab #DollyParton #BehindTheScenes
September 2, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Meet Dolly, our newest Bald Eagle patient here at the Alaska Raptor Center, named after the one and only Dolly Parton! Dolly arrived after taking a fall from a tree. After a short stay in our ICU, Dolly is now recovering in one of our smaller flight mews. #WildlifeRehab #DollyParton #BehindTheScenes
You can make a real difference for Alaska’s wild birds for just $75! Join our Adopt-a-Raptor program and become an adoptive "parent" to help provide daily care, feeding, and medical treatment for Alaska's wild birds.
www.AlaskaRaptor.org/adopt-a-raptor/
www.AlaskaRaptor.org/adopt-a-raptor/
August 31, 2026 at 5:04 PM
You can make a real difference for Alaska’s wild birds for just $75! Join our Adopt-a-Raptor program and become an adoptive "parent" to help provide daily care, feeding, and medical treatment for Alaska's wild birds.
www.AlaskaRaptor.org/adopt-a-raptor/
www.AlaskaRaptor.org/adopt-a-raptor/
Did you know we treat more than just raptors here at the Alaska Raptor Center? Meet Durian, a fledgling crow, rescued after getting stuck in a building here in Sitka, AK. After a short stay in our ICU, Durian is ready to head back out into the wild! #Crows #WildlifeRescue #FlyFree #FreedomFriday
August 28, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Did you know we treat more than just raptors here at the Alaska Raptor Center? Meet Durian, a fledgling crow, rescued after getting stuck in a building here in Sitka, AK. After a short stay in our ICU, Durian is ready to head back out into the wild! #Crows #WildlifeRescue #FlyFree #FreedomFriday
Here at the Alaska Raptor Center, accurately monitoring the weight of our patients in the Intensive Care Unit is a vital part of their care. However, it can be a bit challenging when working with a Bald Eagle's impressive 6 to 8-foot wingspan! #WeighIn #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Here at the Alaska Raptor Center, accurately monitoring the weight of our patients in the Intensive Care Unit is a vital part of their care. However, it can be a bit challenging when working with a Bald Eagle's impressive 6 to 8-foot wingspan! #WeighIn #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
Oliver, a Golden Eagle, just coughed up a casting! A casting is when a bird of prey regurgitates the indigestible parts of their meal, such as fur and bones, in a compact bundle, similar to what you might know as an owl pellet! #GoldenEagles #Casting #Pellet #WildlifeConservation
August 21, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Oliver, a Golden Eagle, just coughed up a casting! A casting is when a bird of prey regurgitates the indigestible parts of their meal, such as fur and bones, in a compact bundle, similar to what you might know as an owl pellet! #GoldenEagles #Casting #Pellet #WildlifeConservation
Did you know that keeping our Bald Eagle patients clean is just as important as their medical care? Here you can watch one of our handlers helping one of our Bald Eagle patients wash their feet. #RaptorCare #WildlifeRehab #BehindTheScenes #WildlifeEducation
August 18, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Did you know that keeping our Bald Eagle patients clean is just as important as their medical care? Here you can watch one of our handlers helping one of our Bald Eagle patients wash their feet. #RaptorCare #WildlifeRehab #BehindTheScenes #WildlifeEducation
Our Avian Care Specialist recently picked up some ice to help Qigiq, our Snowy Owl, stay cool during the warm weather here in Sitka, Alaska. Not only does this icy treat help Qigiq beat the heat, but it also serves as a fantastic enrichment activity. #SnowyOwl #Enrichment #CoolTreats #CoolingOff
August 14, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Our Avian Care Specialist recently picked up some ice to help Qigiq, our Snowy Owl, stay cool during the warm weather here in Sitka, Alaska. Not only does this icy treat help Qigiq beat the heat, but it also serves as a fantastic enrichment activity. #SnowyOwl #Enrichment #CoolTreats #CoolingOff
Did you know, #Salmon are a keystone species in Southeast #Alaska? When the salmon return from the ocean, they deliver vital nutrients to forests, rivers, and wildlife alike. Their annual run sustains everything from bears to the majestic Bald #Eagles soaring above Sitka’s streams.
August 12, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Have you ever wondered what happens when one of our Bald Eagle patients injures their wing? Find out in this video as we place a wing wrap on one of our patients here at the Alaska Raptor Center! #WingWrap #WildlifeConservation #DidYouKnow
Bald Eagle Wing Wrap with the Alaska Raptor Center
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August 10, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Have you ever wondered what happens when one of our Bald Eagle patients injures their wing? Find out in this video as we place a wing wrap on one of our patients here at the Alaska Raptor Center! #WingWrap #WildlifeConservation #DidYouKnow
Before we release any rehabilitated Bald Eagle, we fit them with a lightweight USGS band. Each band has a unique number that helps scientists track the eagle's journey and recovery as part of a nationwide conservation effort.
#BirdBanding #RaptorRehab #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
#BirdBanding #RaptorRehab #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
August 3, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Before we release any rehabilitated Bald Eagle, we fit them with a lightweight USGS band. Each band has a unique number that helps scientists track the eagle's journey and recovery as part of a nationwide conservation effort.
#BirdBanding #RaptorRehab #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
#BirdBanding #RaptorRehab #BaldEagle #WildlifeConservation
Did you know #BaldEagles don't get their iconic white head and tail until they are 5 years old? Meet Spirit, one of our Bald Eagles and a Raptor-in-Residence here at the Alaska Raptor Center, who has changed a lot since she first arrived in 2016, and this year, she turned 10!
Happy birthday Spirit!
Happy birthday Spirit!
July 31, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Did you know #BaldEagles don't get their iconic white head and tail until they are 5 years old? Meet Spirit, one of our Bald Eagles and a Raptor-in-Residence here at the Alaska Raptor Center, who has changed a lot since she first arrived in 2016, and this year, she turned 10!
Happy birthday Spirit!
Happy birthday Spirit!
Did you know falconry hoods are one of the tools we use here at the Alaska Raptor Center? By gently covering a bird's eyes, these specialized hoods help reduce sensory input, keeping our Bald Eagle patients calm and comfortable during medical care. #FalconryHood #DidYouKnow #WildlifeRehabilitation
July 28, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Did you know falconry hoods are one of the tools we use here at the Alaska Raptor Center? By gently covering a bird's eyes, these specialized hoods help reduce sensory input, keeping our Bald Eagle patients calm and comfortable during medical care. #FalconryHood #DidYouKnow #WildlifeRehabilitation
Meet Quin, a #BaldEagle found in Ketchikan, AK, who had been grounded for several days showing potential neurological issues. After our team determined Quin had suffered a collision, a few weeks of rest and good meals had her ready for release! #EagleRescue #WildlifeRehab #FridayFreedom #BirdRescue
July 24, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Meet Quin, a #BaldEagle found in Ketchikan, AK, who had been grounded for several days showing potential neurological issues. After our team determined Quin had suffered a collision, a few weeks of rest and good meals had her ready for release! #EagleRescue #WildlifeRehab #FridayFreedom #BirdRescue
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Alaska Raptor Center relies on our generous supporters, like the fishermen who drop off salmon or the guests who visit our Center. Every act of kindness helps us fulfill our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and education. AlaskaRaptor.org/get-involved/donate/
July 22, 2026 at 4:27 PM
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Alaska Raptor Center relies on our generous supporters, like the fishermen who drop off salmon or the guests who visit our Center. Every act of kindness helps us fulfill our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and education. AlaskaRaptor.org/get-involved/donate/
Meet Mango, a fledgling Crow found in Sitka, AK! When Mango arrived, his back legs weren't working, but just one day later he was perching and looking great! After another check-up, Mango was deemed ready for release! #Crows #BabyAnimals #WildlifeConservation #FridayFreedom
July 17, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Meet Mango, a fledgling Crow found in Sitka, AK! When Mango arrived, his back legs weren't working, but just one day later he was perching and looking great! After another check-up, Mango was deemed ready for release! #Crows #BabyAnimals #WildlifeConservation #FridayFreedom
Meet Ziri and Disco, two nestling #BaldEagles, who were found on the ground, underweight, and in need of a helping hand. Disco was found at a disc golf course in Juneau AK, and Zerrie was found in Metlakatla, AK.
We hope to have more updates on these two soon! #BabyAnimals #Adorable
We hope to have more updates on these two soon! #BabyAnimals #Adorable
July 15, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Meet Ziri and Disco, two nestling #BaldEagles, who were found on the ground, underweight, and in need of a helping hand. Disco was found at a disc golf course in Juneau AK, and Zerrie was found in Metlakatla, AK.
We hope to have more updates on these two soon! #BabyAnimals #Adorable
We hope to have more updates on these two soon! #BabyAnimals #Adorable
The Alaska Raptor Center is looking for an Education Manager to lead our educational programming and help connect people with birds of prey through engaging, hands-on learning experiences! #EducationManager #AlaskaRaptorCenter #Sitka #Wildlife #Conservation
July 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The Alaska Raptor Center is looking for an Education Manager to lead our educational programming and help connect people with birds of prey through engaging, hands-on learning experiences! #EducationManager #AlaskaRaptorCenter #Sitka #Wildlife #Conservation
Meet Muddy, a Common Raven found right here in Sitka, Alaska, after getting tangled in a net. After a few weeks of good meals, rest, and plenty of care from our team, Muddy is ready to head back out into the wild! Good luck Muddy! #Raven #WildlifeRescue #FridayFreedom
July 10, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Meet Muddy, a Common Raven found right here in Sitka, Alaska, after getting tangled in a net. After a few weeks of good meals, rest, and plenty of care from our team, Muddy is ready to head back out into the wild! Good luck Muddy! #Raven #WildlifeRescue #FridayFreedom
Did you know the "horns" atop a Great Horned Owl's head are actually tufts of feathers called plumicorns, meaning “feathered horns” in Latin? Although they are sometimes called "ears," an owl's ears are actually located right behind their eyes. #Plumicorns #Owls #DidYouKnow
July 8, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Did you know the "horns" atop a Great Horned Owl's head are actually tufts of feathers called plumicorns, meaning “feathered horns” in Latin? Although they are sometimes called "ears," an owl's ears are actually located right behind their eyes. #Plumicorns #Owls #DidYouKnow