How Local Bird Rehabilitation Supports National Conservation and Wildlife Protection
Behind the scenes, wildlife rehabilitators help close a critical gap in national bird conservation. They care for living animals in crisis. They collect information about threats. They educate the public. They support laws that protect native species. They also turn a local rescue into a real connection between people and wildlife.
For The Birds
3 hours ago
What To Do When You Find an Injured Hummingbird in Louisiana
A sore wing, a hard window hit, or a small puncture wound can quickly become life-threatening, especially during migration. In Louisiana, where many hummingbirds pass through on long journeys across the Gulf Coast, an injury can mean the difference between making it to the next stop and running out of strength. If you’ve found one on the ground, sitting oddly, unable to fly, or acting weak, the kindest thing you can do is keep it safe, warm, and calm, then get it to a permitt
For The Birds
6 hours ago
Fall Migration in Louisiana-The Southernmost Welcome Center of the Mississippi Flyway
Here in Louisiana, we sit at one of the most important crossroads in North America. Our region serves as the Southernmost Welcome Center of the Mississippi Flyway, a place where migrating birds can rest, refuel, and recover before one of the toughest parts of their trip: crossing the Gulf.
For The Birds
2 days ago
Local Bird Breeding Season Winding Down As Shift to Fall Migration Begins
We're in the seasonal crossover period. This is the stretch of the year when wildlife rehabilitation gets especially complicated. In late spring and early summer, the work is heavily focused on baby birds, nestlings, fledglings, ducklings, and young birds separated from parents. By fall, more cases involve migration-related problems, including window strikes, cat attacks, exhaustion, dehydration, storm displacement, and vehicle collisions. In early August, both are happening
For The Birds
Aug 9
Fall Hummingbird Migration in South Louisiana - Timing Tips and What to Do If Injured
The fall movement starts earlier than many people think. By the time September feels like “migration season,” some adult males have already left. That tiny green flash at the feeder in September might be a bird on a serious journey. In South Louisiana, hummingbird season doesn’t end when summer starts to fade. In many backyards, that’s when things get really interesting. South Louisiana sits in a sweet spot for migrating birds. It has warm weather, blooming plants, wooded n
For The Birds
Aug 7
House Finch Nesting Habits in South Louisiana - What to Know
A tiny nest in your front door wreath can turn a normal day into a bird emergency, especially when the parents seem to vanish. House Finches are comfortable around people, and they’ll build nests in places that feel surprisingly close to home, like porch decorations, hanging baskets, and exposed rafters under carports. The good news is that most of these nests are not abandoned. House Finch parents are usually nearby, watching, feeding, and waiting for a quiet moment to ret
For The Birds
Aug 6
For The Birds of Acadiana 2026 Mid-year Impact Report*
At the halfway point of the year, the numbers tell a clear story: more birds are coming through the doors, more species are being represented, and the work of avian wildlife rehabilitation is reaching greater heights.
For The Birds
Jul 29
