Gold Country Wildlife Rescue

Dragging after the time change? 🥱 Remember: we changed our clocks, but wildlife didn't. 🐾

Found in Feb. after what appeared to be a vehicle strike, this bobcat is now in a remote enclosure, preparing for his lucky return! Please stay alert. Our commute patterns just shifted, but theirs didn't.

🌬️ On windy days, baby season gets busy. Keep an eye out for babies blown from branches or fallen trees. If you find an animal in need, get them to a local wildlife rehabilitator ASAP for the best chance at survival! 🐿️🪺🐣🦝

#GCWR #BOLO #Wind #Wildlife

📸 - Chelsea Engberg

What do Star Wars, spots, and $40,000 have in common?

Check out our GoFundMe to learn more! https://gofund.me/5389a48aa

#Fawns #WildlifeRehab #Wildlife #Nature #GCWR #Project1991ReturnOfTheFawns #WildlifeRescue

Happy birthday to all the March birthdays out there from all of us at GCWR!

#AmassadorAnimal #GCWR #Wildlife #Birthday

We recently took in 3 Western Gray Squirrel "pinkies" after their nest fell out of a tree. Look how tiny they are!

To give a sense of their size, adult weights range from 500 to 950 grams, with an average of about 790 grams.

#WildlifeRehabilitation #WildlifeRescue #Nature #Wildlife #GCWR

Baby season is right around the corner & we’re hiring for two different roles - Wildlife Technician I & an Administrative Intake Support Assistant. If you’re interested in working with us check out this link to learn more: https://pulse.ly/hh2jhlku2n


#WildlifeRehab #WildlifeRescue #NorCal

🥁 Yesterday’s Guess the Animal answer: a baby Black-tailed Jackrabbit!

This little one came into our care after someone found it abandoned in Lincoln, CA. We're happy to report it's responding well to care and putting on weight as it continues to grow.

#GuessTheAnimal #GCWR #Wildlife #Nature

❓👀 It's time for another round of Guess the Animal!

Now's your chance to take a close look & guess which species (found in California) is in this picture. What animal do you think this nose and these whiskers belong to?

Check back with us tomorrow for the answer! 🌲

#GCWR #Wildlife #Nature

The Big Reveal: Patients #101 & #102 🌸

Did you make a guess yesterday? If you guessed Anna’s Hummingbird babies, you nailed it! 🔎✨

These two tiny patients arrived after a kind citizen found their nest blown out of a tree.

#Hummingbird #Birds #GCWR #WildlifeRehab #WildlifeRescue #Wildlife

Late last week, patients #101 and #102 arrived, reminding us that baby season is just around the corner.

Think you can guess what species is hiding under the question mark?Check out the hints, use your sleuthing skills, and drop your guess in the comments!

Check back tomorrow for the answer.

🎉 What better way to celebrate a three-day weekend than by watching a beautiful Cooper's Hawk return to the wild?

This was our 73rd patient of 2026, found on the side of the road in Auburn, likely struck by a car. After a week in care, we are happy to announce that it's returned to the wild.

Whether you’re 'nuts' about someone, happily flying solo, or just here for the half-price candy tomorrow, we hope your day is great!

You don't need a special reason (or a fancy bouquet) to be 'tree-mendous' in our book. 🐿️🧡

Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Gold Country Wildlife Rescue!

We’re excited to share we received a $500 Spark Good local grant from Walmart Placerville. This grant will help with provide food and care to the orphaned, injured, and sick wildlife that come through our doors 365 days a year. We are proud to spark good in our community! Thank you!

#SparkGood

Are you 18+ and looking for hands-on experience in wildlife rescue? 🦉

Our Operations Internship offers intensive training in rehab, skill-building, and experience. Spots are limited and competitive—don't wait to apply!

🔗 Learn more via the Linktree in our bio.

#WildlifeRehab #Internship #GCWR

🥁 Yesterday’s Guess the Animal answer: a Western Screech Owl

These tiny little owls are often mistaken for baby owls - full-grown, they are about the size of a robin (3.5-10.8oz).

This particular bird came into our care after being hit by a car, & we are hopeful it will return to the wild soon!

❓👀 It's time for another round of Guess the Animal!

Now's your chance to take a close look & guess which species (found in California) is in this picture. What animal do you think these camouflaged feathers and sharp, tiny toes belong to?

Check back with us tomorrow for the answer! 🌲

#GCWR

This curious Ross’s Goose just realized it's Friday! What are you up to this weekend? Hiking, biking, birding...getting ready for the Super Bowl or Olympics? We’ll be busy caring for wildlife ❤️‍🩹 Over 80 animals have already arrived this year, and baby season’s just around the corner! 👶🐿️🦆

You asked for it, and we're here to deliver! Here are 11 adorable seconds of our first baby of the year. This baby Gray Squirrel, who came into our care as an orphan in January, is just our 26th patient of 2026. 💚🍼🐿️

#WildlifeRehabilitation #GCWR #Wildlife #Nature #KeepThemWild

Join us on March 3 (in person and Via Zoom)!

Register today, spaces are limited: https://neoncrm.pulse.ly/rarid7omaw

🚨 Be Wild Wise 🚨

💚 Please be a good neighbor to wildlife. Check trees & bushes before trimming, & refrain from burning large piles of brush. Start your burn piles small at a nearby location & add brush to it as you go. Nests are all around, and wild babies are already here!

#Wildlife #BeKind

Not one month into 2026, when we received our first glue trap victim: a Say’s Phoebe.

🦎🦉 Please shop smart and skip the sticky traps. Instead, choose humane alternatives like ultrasonic deterrents or “catch and hold” traps.

🐀🐜 Prevention is the best long-term solution.

#Wildlife #Nature

Peek-a-boo! 👀

Our first baby of 2026 — this little Gray Squirrel — is starting to see the world for the very first time! Did you know baby squirrels are born with their eyes closed and stay that way for about a month?

#WildlifeRehab #GCWR #Nature #Wildlife #KeepThemWild

🥁 Yesterday’s Guess the Animal answer: a male Bufflehead!

This beautiful, tiny diving duck was spotted at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge about a week ago. These guys are mostly monogamous & only build nests in holes created by Northern Flickers & Pileated Woodpeckers.

#Birds #Wildlife

❓👀 It's time for another round of Guess the Animal!

Now's your chance to take a close look & guess which species (found in California) is in this picture. What animal do you think these slender talons and banded tail feathers belong to?

Check back with us tomorrow for the answer! 🌲

#Wildlife

❄️ Winter Weekend Sale is on! ❄️

Enjoy 20% off everything in our online shop 🛍️

Every purchase supports wildlife in rehabilitative care 🐾

⏰ Ends 1/25 at 11:59pm EST
👉 https://myspreadshop.pulse.ly/ahbvkrq3rp
Don't forget to click "redeem" at the top of the shop page to snag the discount!

🌿 Now accepting Intern Applications! 🐾

18+ and interested in learning about wildlife rehabilitation? GCWR’s Operations Internship is a hands-on learning experience for students & emerging professionals.

Spots are limited & competitive.
🔗 https://goldcountrywildliferescue.org/internships/

🌿 Tuesday morning greens! This juvenile North American Beaver is happily snacking on a mix of veggies and leafy greens.

🦫 Healing well & gaining strength every day, this little forager is showing just how resilient wildlife can be. 💚

How are you fueling up for the rest of the week? 🥕🍳🍎

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

🥁 Yesterday’s Guess the Animal answer: Cooper’s Hawk!

This hawk came to us earlier this year after being hit by a car. With no major injuries, it recovered and just returned to the wild.

Did you know? In a study, 1 in 4 Cooper’s Hawks show healed chest fractures from hunting in thick vegetation!

❓👀 It's time for another round of Guess the Animal!

Now's your chance to take a close look & guess which species (found in California) is in this picture. What animal do you think these slender talons and banded tail feathers belong to?

Check back with us tomorrow for the answer! 🌲

#Wildlife