Save Our Seabirds, Inc.

Looking for wildlife rescue in Sarasota?  Save our Seabirds is a wonderful place for rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife.

History

Making a Difference Since 1981

Bird rescues began at this location in 1981, when the sanctuary was established by Dale Shields, a.k.a., “The Pelican Man.” It grew to become one of the largest wildlife rescues in the state of Florida, with approximately 5,000 animals rescued every year and over 200 permanent bird residents.

After Mr. Shields passed away in 2003, the rescue center continued to rehabilitate wildlife, but eventually closed down in 2006 due to a lack of funding. The facilities were abandoned and soon fell into severe disrepair.

Thanks to the support of a very generous benefactor, Save Our Seabirds was able to transfer to this location in 2008. Since then, Save Our Seabirds has made tremendous progress repairing and expanding the facilities, adding educational programs, and greatly improving standards of bird care.

Future goals include expanding and enhancing the bird enclosures and the rehabilitation facilities, upgrading the hospital to full veterinary capabilities, adding a modern visitor center, and continuing to make advancements in education throughout the facility.

Save Our Seabirds, Inc. is located next to Mote Marine Aquarium.

Address:

1708 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-388-3010

Website:

Save Our Seabirds
Save Our Seabirds Facebook Page

If you see an injured bird, please call 941-388-3010.

If you hook a bird while fishing by mistake, please do not cut a fishing line.  It will be a death trap for it.