Wildlife Emergencies - Northwoods Wildlife Center

To get help with an animal in need, please call: (715) 356-7400
If we are currently unavailable, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as we can.

This fawn sleeping in the grass has not been abandoned by its mother.

I have found a deer fawn

It’s easy to mistake a perfectly healthy and safe fawn for an orphan. Learn how to tell the difference.

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I found a baby mammal(s)

Whether it’s raccoons, rabbits or squirrels, find out what to do when you find them in trouble

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I have found an injured bird

Whether a bird hit your window, or a baby fell out of the nest, learn how to provide the best help possible.

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I have found an turtle

Turtles can find themselves in all sorts of trouble. Here is what you can do to help.

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Big Betty, the raccoon patient posing for a photo while tearing through a box to get at her food.

I have a nuisance animal

We love wildlife, but sometimes they get into trouble and cause problems! This WI DNR site has a lot of great tips to help you and the animal.

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A bird flew into my window

I found a baby bird

WI DNR Resources

Is this animal really orphaned?

Dealing with sick/dead wildlife