1 / 2Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center
📍 Huntington Beach, CA
Non-profit wildlife rehabilitation facility in Huntington Beach accepting injured and orphaned native birds, mammals, and other Orange County wildlife. Open daily for animal intake. Volunteer opportunities and educational events available.
I called that my son found a baby gold finch that fell off the nest so I decided to call this place and they were really nice and they said to bring it in and we will take care of it. And I wouldn't feel comfortable leaving it we're my son found it , so that's why brought it in
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best suited for families who have found an injured animal and need a trusted intake facility, or those who want to volunteer or attend educational events. This is a working rescue centre, not a display attraction — managed expectations are essential. Staff and volunteers are consistently described as kind and responsive.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Luis Lerma
7 months ago
“I called that my son found a baby gold finch that fell off the nest so I decided to call this place and they were really nice and they said to bring it in and we will take care of it. And I wouldn't feel comfortable leaving it we're my son found it , so that's why brought it in”
OC Amigo
4 months ago
“Thank you ! We found this little fella while on a walk. It was late so we gave it as much water over night while providing it a warm water bottle wrapped in cloth so it didn’t get cold. The staff were very helpful and respectful. Thank you so much to the volunteers as well.”
M.J. Delgado
8 months ago
“Awesome place! Wonderful volunteers with a caring heart! Make sure to donate to help the cause. Rescued this juvenile opossum that was hungry and dehydrated in my backyard going on 8 days. He finally accepted help. ❤️”
Megs
a month ago
“So grateful for the staff and volunteers that work here. I helped a neighbor on my Ring app rescue this baby from a sticky trap last night and they took him to finish the rescue. Thank you!”
Reviews from Google
Overview
The Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center operates as a working rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned native wildlife across Orange County. Staff and volunteers provide medical care with the primary goal of releasing animals back to the wild. Families who find injured wildlife — birds, opossums, squirrels — bring them here for intake. The center hosts community events including an annual Wildlife Baby Shower and accepts volunteers year-round.
