Photos: Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
After a devastating fire, the Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson volunteers continue to rehab wildlife, raise funds and rebuild.Â
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Janet Miller, who operates Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Meanwhile, some animals that escaped the deadly fire are at other homes. However, a number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A Great Horned Owl at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson is cradled before being transported to a nearby park so it can fly around. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
With no electricity on the premises volunteer John Krachtus is forced to make a difficult cut using a hand saw at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
John Krachtus a volunteer at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson for almost 10 years, helps rebuilt a shelter. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Debris from a fire still lingers at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. Meanwhile, some animals that escaped the deadly fire are at other homes.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Strands of melted plastic dangle from an animal carrier at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks ago a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A couple of doves forage in the ashes at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Volunteer Alan Tasky prepares to clean the enclosures that remain at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Citan, a Harris Hawk, looks from his perch at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Volunteer Beth Snyder cleans an enclosure at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Meanwhile, some animals that escaped the deadly fire are at other homes. However, a number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Harris hawk Citan nibbles on a mouse at feeding time at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A kestral stretches its wings in an enclosure at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Meanwhile, some animals that escaped the deadly fire are at other homes. However, a number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Cosmo, a Barn Owl, is unaccustomed to being awake in the day and squints in the morning sunlight at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Janet Miller, the owner, lost part of her home and is living elsewhere until it is safe to live on the site again. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A Great Horned Owl is silhouetted as it flies in an enclosure at Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. Meanwhile, some animals that escaped the deadly fire are at other homes. However, a number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A Great Horned Owl from Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson is held after a short flight at Christopher Columbus Park. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
Volunteer Alan Tasky with Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson releases a tethered Great Horned Owl at Christopher Columbus Park. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
Wildlife sanctuary rebuilds
A partially blinded Great Horned Owl with Wildlife Rehabilitation in Northwest Tucson is tethered as it is released for a short flight at Christopher Columbus Park. Several weeks after a fire ravaged the sanctuary work is underway to rebuild while continuing the task of rehabilitating those that were rescued. A number of birds of prey are still housed at the refuge. Volunteers are working to raise funds and rebuild.
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