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Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital is the North Coast’s first all-species wildlife hospital, and Australia’s largest mobile wildlife hospital

NSW & QLD may battle🥊it out in the NRL, but we certainly come together when it comes to wildlife!This beautiful brown fa...
01/11/2026

NSW & QLD may battle🥊it out in the NRL, but we certainly come together when it comes to wildlife!

This beautiful brown falcon was rescued by Wildlife SEQ Inc after being found on the ground. She was assessed at Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Wildlife Hospital, and sent into care with an experienced, registered Wildlife SEQ carer.

During her rehabilitation she began the natural process of moulting, which reduced her ability to fly and caused her flight muscles to weaken. In order to rebuild her flight strength and stamina, her carer contacted Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, and our team organised for the falcon to be transported to our state-of-the-art Byron Bay Raptor Recovery Centre 🦅.

After nearly 3 months of rehabilitation at the centre- during which the falcon completed her moult and slowly built up her flight strength and stamina- she was ready for release! Her original carer travelled down to transport her home, where she was successfully released back into the wild!🥳

We are truly grateful to have been a part of her journey to recovery, and thank everyone involved in making it happen. Special thanks 💚to Wildlife SEQ volunteer carer Antony, for your dedication and compassion.

Yes we know it's Halloween... 🦇..but with enormous eyes, tiny pink noses and fluffy tails, sugar gliders don’t need a Ha...
31/10/2026

Yes we know it's Halloween... 🦇
..but with enormous eyes, tiny pink noses and fluffy tails, sugar gliders don’t need a Halloween costume to win us over.

And their superhero talent? Gliding through the night! A special membrane stretching between their front and back legs opens like a little parachute, helping them travel between trees. 🌙🌳

These nocturnal native marsupials rely on tree hollows for shelter—so protecting mature trees helps keep their neighbourhood full of safe places to rest.

If you’re decorating tonight, spare a thought for the tiny locals. Skip outdoor fake spiderwebs and loose netting, which can entangle wildlife, and keep lollies and wrappers safely out of reach.

We think our wild neighbours deserve a Halloween that’s sweet, safe and free from scary surprises. 🥹

One very special little patient 💚This beautiful Pacific golden plover was recently admitted to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospit...
29/10/2026

One very special little patient 💚

This beautiful Pacific golden plover was recently admitted to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital after being found on a balcony. A member of Tweed Valley Wildlife Carers (TVWC) rescued the plover and transported it to our hospital for assessment.

Underweight, weak and lethargic, this little one needed prompt, intensive care. Our clinical team ensured that both our hospital’s protocols and the relevant Emergency Animal Disease (EAD) protocols were followed, maintaining high standards of biosecurity and patient care while quickly providing the critical support it needed ❤️‍🩹.

After a few days of intensive care, including fluid therapy, pain relief and nutritional support, our beautiful little patient showed signs of improvement. Once deemed stable and strong enough, it was transferred into the care of a registered, trained and experienced TVWC carer. When the plover has gained more weight and regained its flight strength, it will be released back into the wild to continue its journey!

Travel, adventure and helping wildlife- the perfect combo!💚We recently had the pleasure of welcoming 13 amazing voluntee...
29/10/2026

Travel, adventure and helping wildlife- the perfect combo!💚

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming 13 amazing volunteers from Rooted Life Adventures to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, all the way from the USA. Rooted Life Adventures is an organisation that brings groups of young adults (over 18) from the US to Australia for immersive experiences.

Their programs are designed to help young people build confidence, independence and real-world skills, with additional support from on-site wellness coaches and program instructors.

Over the four week period, the volunteers were involved in helping the hospital team in daily operations, learning to build nest boxes (guided by BBWH volunteer, Tim), and learning about wildlife conservation (with Senior Veterinary Nurse, Maddy).

Veterinary Nurse Albie also ran a perch-making workshop, giving the group an opportunity to create something that will directly benefit wildlife in our care, and support our Farms for Wildlife project🦉. The volunteers built their own personalised hunting roosts, carving their names and positive messages to support and celebrate our native wildlife.

Thank you to the entire Rooted Life Adventures team and volunteers for your generous efforts and support, we hope you enjoyed your visit!🐨

Shining a light on the world's only true flying mammals- bats!🦇 💡 Australia is home to over 70 species of bat, approxi...
28/10/2026

Shining a light on the world's only true flying mammals- bats!🦇

💡 Australia is home to over 70 species of bat, approximately 40 of which are found in NSW!

Bats play vital roles in the ecosystems they inhabit, from controlling insect populations to pollination, seed dispersal and forest regeneration. Bats are also highly intelligent, social, emotional and sensitive, but unfortunately have been given a negative reputation in many societies.

This International Bat Week, help us protect our precious Northern Rivers bats:
🏵️Plant native flowering species in your yard or on your property
🌳Choose barbless wire and wildlife-friendly tree netting
🐈Keep pets indoors, on a leash, or in a secured backyard, and do not let pets free-roam or approach wildlife
🎣Thoughtfully dispose of your rubbish, particularly fishing equipment and anything circular that wildlife could become entangled in.
📲Contact your local wildlife rescue organisation if you find injured, unwell or orphaned bats. (Bat rescues and handling should only be undertaken by appropriately trained, vaccinated and authorised personnel using suitable PPE. Please do not approach or handle bats, and seek immediate medical attention if a person or pet is bitten or scratched by a bat).

Releasing helium balloons now illegal in NSW!👏🏽⚠Warning: graphic imagesLast week, NSW Parliament passed legislation that...
27/10/2026

Releasing helium balloons now illegal in NSW!👏🏽

⚠Warning: graphic images

Last week, NSW Parliament passed legislation that prohibits the release of helium balloons- a true win for wildlife and the environment.

When balloons are released into the air, they pose significant risk to wildlife and the health of our ecosystems. Helium balloons have been recorded travelling as far as 800km before falling back to earth, and even further if they land in waterways such as the ocean.

Animals can become entangled in balloon string, risking life-threatening injuries to their limbs or strangulation. Many animals also mistake balloons for food, which can harm or kill them.
Sea turtles are particularly at risk of ingesting fallen balloons, as they can appear like jellyfish in the water. Due to the structure of their mouths, sea turtles are unable to regurgitate or dislodge items once swallowed, causing ingested balloons to become lodged in their guts.

Balloons are typically made from materials that do not break down in nature, leaving them to pollute ecosystems for decades, event centuries. The microparticles they degrade into leech into waterways and soil, further polluting the planet.

Choose eco-friendly ways to celebrate your next special event:
💚Reusable paper decorations, such as buntings and flowers
💚Fly kites
💚Bubbles (use eco-friendly, non-toxic ingredients)

📸 1st image: Via Balloons Blow; 2nd image: Via USFWS

LOVE WILDLIFE? 💚 VOLUNTEER WITH US!Volunteer Recruitment Morning🗓️Saturday 14 November 2026 | 10 am – 1 pmCome along to ...
25/10/2026

LOVE WILDLIFE? 💚 VOLUNTEER WITH US!

Volunteer Recruitment Morning
🗓️Saturday 14 November 2026 | 10 am – 1 pm

Come along to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, meet our friendly volunteers, discover the different ways you can help, ask questions and register your interest in joining our team.

No experience necessary — just a passion for helping wildlife!

👉Register here or just pop in: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01sqC70

some kangaroos, such as the red kangaroo, have an incredible biological strategy called "embryonic diapause"- which al...
23/10/2026

some kangaroos, such as the red kangaroo, have an incredible biological strategy called "embryonic diapause"- which allows for an embryo's development to be paused in the womb until environmental conditions are optimal?!😲

Kangaroos are the world's largest marsupials, with male red kangaroos reaching an enormous 2m tall and weighing over 90kgs! The three best-known kangaroo species are found only in Australia, and we are truly fortunate to have one of those species in the northern rivers- the eastern grey kangaroo.
Red kangaroos are predominately found in more arid inland regions across Australia, and western grey kangaroos have a range that extends across southern mainland Australia, including WA, SA, Victoria and southwestern NSW.

This World Kangaroo Day 🦘, help us protect our precious kangaroos:
🚗 Slow down and stay alert on roads, particularly between dusk and dawn and on country roads.
👀 Check the pouch- if you find a deceased kangaroo (or any marsupial), and it is safe to pull over, check the pouch for joeys and call your nearest wildlife rescue organisation for immediate assistance.
🐕 Keep pets indoors, on a leash, or in a secured yard at all times. Do not allow pets to free-roam or chase wildlife.
🏥 Seek veterinary assistance for all injured or orphaned wildlife, and do not attempt to treat or hand-raise wildlife. Each species has unique physiological needs which, if not treated correctly and appropriately, can result in severe health and behavioural issues. Hand-raising should only be undertaken after veterinary clearance and by a registered, trained and experienced wildlife carer.
🔨 Installing barbless wire fencing on your property
📝 Talk to your local political members about what ethical management laws are in place for native wildlife in your region, encouraging and ensuring the welfare of wildlife is prioritised.

That tail wiggle 🥹Do you know what a baby swan is called?A cygnet!After a member of the public noticed this little cygne...
23/10/2026

That tail wiggle 🥹

Do you know what a baby swan is called?
A cygnet!

After a member of the public noticed this little cygnet having some trouble standing, they did the right thing and called Tweed Valley Wildlife Carers for assistance. One of their wonderful registered, trained wildlife rescuers was able to safely contain and transport the cygnet to Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital for assessment.🏥

Our veterinary team performed a full health assessment, including a physical examination, x-rays 🩻and blood tests. Fortunately, all results showed the cygnet was in excellent health, so after 24hrs in hospital for monitoring and fluid therapy, the cygnet was reunited with its mum in the wild. It will be monitored to ensure it continues to grow big and strong with its family.💚

💡Please avoid feeding wild birds, as it can severely affect their health and behaviour. Wild birds that are fed by humans can become less cautious, resulting in increased aggression, dangerous interactions with people and pets, and higher risks of vehicle strikes. They can also become imprinted, resulting in behavioural issues that affect feeding and breeding. Incorrect diets can lead to serious health conditions such as metabolic bone disease and "angel wing", both of which are devastating health conditions.

Address

7/48 Ballina Street
Knockrow, NSW
2478

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+611300945354

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