article thumbnail

Bird vs. Reptile in Key West

10,000 Birds

The snake had no puncture wounds, and was released 24 hours later. “He probably decided to make a meal out of the snake, but the snake had other ideas.”. Tom picked them both up, put them in a carrier, and took them back to the clinic, where he and Peggy managed to pry them apart.

Reptiles 212
article thumbnail

In Harm’s Way

10,000 Birds

All of the animals, birds and reptiles who live there are native species who were once injured, have gone through rehabilitation, and ended up with a permanent disability which prevented their return to the wild. The man arrived at the zoo with bloody puncture wounds up and down both arms. I live near a small zoo.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Ingrid Taylar: Bridging the Divide Between Cat and Bird Lovers

10,000 Birds

Rehabbers see reptiles in glue traps, gulls entangled in fishing line, raccoons used as target practice, raptors dying from rodenticides, and songbirds shredded by domestic cats … cats like Puck. They pointed out the puncture wounds, likely infected with bacteria that could quickly kill. They simply helped me with my bird.

Cats 216
article thumbnail

Make Your Cat an Indoor Cat

10,000 Birds

As anyone who follows this blog knows, outdoor cats are a veritable holocaust for wild birds, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and even insects. I can also remember the fleas they brought home to share with us and the wounds they would get from unknown sources.

Cats 209
article thumbnail

Sea Snakes of Northern Australia

10,000 Birds

Olive Sea Snake that has had a dog visit it on the beach Olive Sea Snake with obvious bulge Stoke’s Sea Snake Stoke’s Sea Snake with wounds Dubois’ Sea Snake Dubois’ Sea Snake being returned to the sea! I hope you enjoy these photos! Get yours today! Jochen Mar 15th, 2011 at 5:25 am @Clare.

Australia 152
article thumbnail

German Birding Blitz

10,000 Birds

And for those of you who are completely bird-centric, herps has less to do with diseases and more to do with reptiles and amphibians (and in a way, are not all birders technically herpers too?). So my first, and hopefully not last, entry to this website will be about my last big trip. Quality birds, especially in the area.