Alaska Raptor Center
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The Alaska Raptor Center, located in Sitka Alaska, provides medical treatment to over 200 injured birds each year. Although we specialize in raptors, we will aid any wild bird in need. 501C3 Nonprofit. (907)747-8662
Great news from the clinic! Mahito, the Great Blue Heron who arrived underweight and hypothermic, has made a strong recovery and has been cleared for release back into the wild!
Thank you to everyone who supports wildlife rehabilitation! #Heron #successstory #freedom
Thank you to everyone who supports wildlife rehabilitation! #Heron #successstory #freedom
February 6, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Great news from the clinic! Mahito, the Great Blue Heron who arrived underweight and hypothermic, has made a strong recovery and has been cleared for release back into the wild!
Thank you to everyone who supports wildlife rehabilitation! #Heron #successstory #freedom
Thank you to everyone who supports wildlife rehabilitation! #Heron #successstory #freedom
Seahawks vs. Patriots 🦅🏈 When it comes to big decisions, we trust an eagle’s eye. Sitka, one of our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center, has made her Super Bowl pick! #SuperBowlPrediction #Seahawks #Patriots #SuperBowlLX
February 4, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Seahawks vs. Patriots 🦅🏈 When it comes to big decisions, we trust an eagle’s eye. Sitka, one of our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center, has made her Super Bowl pick! #SuperBowlPrediction #Seahawks #Patriots #SuperBowlLX
A Red-tailed Hawk’s weight can tell us a lot about their health, and their diet plays a huge role. Eating the right amount helps maintain peak condition without carrying extra weight, which could affect their overall health. #Diet #RedtailedHawk #Whatsonthemenu
February 2, 2026 at 5:34 PM
A Red-tailed Hawk’s weight can tell us a lot about their health, and their diet plays a huge role. Eating the right amount helps maintain peak condition without carrying extra weight, which could affect their overall health. #Diet #RedtailedHawk #Whatsonthemenu
Did you know Bald Eagle talons are made of the same material as our fingernails, keratin? Watch as Sitka takes part in her cooperative care by allowing us to trim her talons on the glove! #pedicure #CooperativeCare #AnimalCare #FunFactFriday
January 30, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Did you know Bald Eagle talons are made of the same material as our fingernails, keratin? Watch as Sitka takes part in her cooperative care by allowing us to trim her talons on the glove! #pedicure #CooperativeCare #AnimalCare #FunFactFriday
We’re Hiring for Summer 2026! Join the Alaska Raptor Center team this summer in our Gift Shop or as a Wildlife Interpreter!
Help educate visitors, share your love of wildlife, and support our amazing raptor residents. Positions are limited, so don’t wait! Apply today: AlaskaRaptor.org/employment/
Help educate visitors, share your love of wildlife, and support our amazing raptor residents. Positions are limited, so don’t wait! Apply today: AlaskaRaptor.org/employment/
January 27, 2026 at 10:06 PM
We’re Hiring for Summer 2026! Join the Alaska Raptor Center team this summer in our Gift Shop or as a Wildlife Interpreter!
Help educate visitors, share your love of wildlife, and support our amazing raptor residents. Positions are limited, so don’t wait! Apply today: AlaskaRaptor.org/employment/
Help educate visitors, share your love of wildlife, and support our amazing raptor residents. Positions are limited, so don’t wait! Apply today: AlaskaRaptor.org/employment/
Last week, a Varied Thrush came to the Alaska Raptor Center after a window collision.
Window strikes are common, but preventable. Adding decals or UV window reflectors helps birds see glass and stay safe. Small changes can save lives. #YouCanHelp #Thrush #WindowCollision
Window strikes are common, but preventable. Adding decals or UV window reflectors helps birds see glass and stay safe. Small changes can save lives. #YouCanHelp #Thrush #WindowCollision
January 26, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Last week, a Varied Thrush came to the Alaska Raptor Center after a window collision.
Window strikes are common, but preventable. Adding decals or UV window reflectors helps birds see glass and stay safe. Small changes can save lives. #YouCanHelp #Thrush #WindowCollision
Window strikes are common, but preventable. Adding decals or UV window reflectors helps birds see glass and stay safe. Small changes can save lives. #YouCanHelp #Thrush #WindowCollision
Meet Sitka, one of our Bald Eagle Raptors-in-Residence 🦅 After a collision with a car, she was left with permanent injuries, and Sitka can no longer survive on her own in the wild. She now has an important job, helping us educate the public. #WildlifeConservation #Ambassador #BaldEagles
January 23, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Meet Sitka, one of our Bald Eagle Raptors-in-Residence 🦅 After a collision with a car, she was left with permanent injuries, and Sitka can no longer survive on her own in the wild. She now has an important job, helping us educate the public. #WildlifeConservation #Ambassador #BaldEagles
This juvenile American Goshawk arrived at the Alaska Raptor Center from Haines, AK, after suffering head trauma from a window collision. After some supportive care and time in a flight mew, they were strong, steady, and ready for release! #WildlifeRehab #Goshawk #Wildlife
January 21, 2026 at 5:27 PM
This juvenile American Goshawk arrived at the Alaska Raptor Center from Haines, AK, after suffering head trauma from a window collision. After some supportive care and time in a flight mew, they were strong, steady, and ready for release! #WildlifeRehab #Goshawk #Wildlife
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who inspired change through courage, compassion, and the unwavering belief that we can build a better world together. #MLKDay #Unity #Conservation
January 19, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who inspired change through courage, compassion, and the unwavering belief that we can build a better world together. #MLKDay #Unity #Conservation
Our Avian Care Specialists create enrichment using natural materials like fur and fish to help encourage species appropriate behaviors. Then Onyx, our ambassador Raven, puts that enrichment to the test, one popsicle at a time! #Enrichment #ProblemSolving #Ravens
January 17, 2026 at 12:43 AM
Our Avian Care Specialists create enrichment using natural materials like fur and fish to help encourage species appropriate behaviors. Then Onyx, our ambassador Raven, puts that enrichment to the test, one popsicle at a time! #Enrichment #ProblemSolving #Ravens
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Jake, one of our Red-tailed Hawk ambassadors.
Jake was a beloved presence at the Alaska Raptor Center, known for his unique personality and the many smiles he brought to staff and visitors alike. He will be deeply missed.
Jake was a beloved presence at the Alaska Raptor Center, known for his unique personality and the many smiles he brought to staff and visitors alike. He will be deeply missed.
January 15, 2026 at 7:51 PM
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Jake, one of our Red-tailed Hawk ambassadors.
Jake was a beloved presence at the Alaska Raptor Center, known for his unique personality and the many smiles he brought to staff and visitors alike. He will be deeply missed.
Jake was a beloved presence at the Alaska Raptor Center, known for his unique personality and the many smiles he brought to staff and visitors alike. He will be deeply missed.
Did you know that Gyrfalcons are the largest falcon species in the world? Sable, our Peregrine/Gyrfalcon hybrid ambassador, shows off that impressive size perfectly! #PeregrineFalcon #Gyrfalcon #FalconHybrid #RaptorEducation
January 14, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Did you know that Gyrfalcons are the largest falcon species in the world? Sable, our Peregrine/Gyrfalcon hybrid ambassador, shows off that impressive size perfectly! #PeregrineFalcon #Gyrfalcon #FalconHybrid #RaptorEducation
Update on one of our newest patients: Mahito, a Great Blue Heron.
Mahito arrived from Ketchikan underweight and hypothermic. After X-rays showed no additional injuries, he was warmed and began eating on his own. #WildlifeCare #GreatBlueHeron #WildlifeRehabilitation
Mahito arrived from Ketchikan underweight and hypothermic. After X-rays showed no additional injuries, he was warmed and began eating on his own. #WildlifeCare #GreatBlueHeron #WildlifeRehabilitation
January 9, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Update on one of our newest patients: Mahito, a Great Blue Heron.
Mahito arrived from Ketchikan underweight and hypothermic. After X-rays showed no additional injuries, he was warmed and began eating on his own. #WildlifeCare #GreatBlueHeron #WildlifeRehabilitation
Mahito arrived from Ketchikan underweight and hypothermic. After X-rays showed no additional injuries, he was warmed and began eating on his own. #WildlifeCare #GreatBlueHeron #WildlifeRehabilitation
Cold day = cozy perch + Bird TV 📺🦅
Enrichment like this helps keep Koyu’s mind active and encourages natural behaviors, even when she’s enjoying some warmth indoors. #TVtime #WhatAreYouWatching #Hawks
Enrichment like this helps keep Koyu’s mind active and encourages natural behaviors, even when she’s enjoying some warmth indoors. #TVtime #WhatAreYouWatching #Hawks
January 7, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Cold day = cozy perch + Bird TV 📺🦅
Enrichment like this helps keep Koyu’s mind active and encourages natural behaviors, even when she’s enjoying some warmth indoors. #TVtime #WhatAreYouWatching #Hawks
Enrichment like this helps keep Koyu’s mind active and encourages natural behaviors, even when she’s enjoying some warmth indoors. #TVtime #WhatAreYouWatching #Hawks
ANNOUNCEMENT: Our Gift Shop will be closed this week, January 5th-9th, while we take inventory. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back once it’s complete. Thank you for supporting the Alaska Raptor Center! 🦅
January 5, 2026 at 11:08 PM
ANNOUNCEMENT: Our Gift Shop will be closed this week, January 5th-9th, while we take inventory. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back once it’s complete. Thank you for supporting the Alaska Raptor Center! 🦅
On behalf of the Staff, Volunteers, and Board of Directors at the Alaska Raptor Center, we want to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and prosperous new year.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of our journey. Cheers to 2026! 🦅
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of our journey. Cheers to 2026! 🦅
January 1, 2026 at 6:19 PM
On behalf of the Staff, Volunteers, and Board of Directors at the Alaska Raptor Center, we want to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and prosperous new year.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of our journey. Cheers to 2026! 🦅
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of our journey. Cheers to 2026! 🦅
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
2. Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #DidYouKnow
2. Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #DidYouKnow
January 1, 2026 at 7:59 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
2. Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #DidYouKnow
2. Sitka, our resident Bald Eagle at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a majestic sight, and it's hard to believe she only weighs 14 pounds. #BirdsofNorthAmerica #AlaskanNature #DidYouKnow
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
3. Can you tell if a Bald Eagle is male or female just by looking? #MaleVsFemale #BaldEagle #LargeAndInCharge
3. Can you tell if a Bald Eagle is male or female just by looking? #MaleVsFemale #BaldEagle #LargeAndInCharge
January 1, 2026 at 7:35 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
3. Can you tell if a Bald Eagle is male or female just by looking? #MaleVsFemale #BaldEagle #LargeAndInCharge
3. Can you tell if a Bald Eagle is male or female just by looking? #MaleVsFemale #BaldEagle #LargeAndInCharge
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
4. Did you know the largest Bald Eagle nest ever recorded weighed over 2 tons? #FunFact #DidYouKnow #baldeagle
4. Did you know the largest Bald Eagle nest ever recorded weighed over 2 tons? #FunFact #DidYouKnow #baldeagle
January 1, 2026 at 6:58 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
4. Did you know the largest Bald Eagle nest ever recorded weighed over 2 tons? #FunFact #DidYouKnow #baldeagle
4. Did you know the largest Bald Eagle nest ever recorded weighed over 2 tons? #FunFact #DidYouKnow #baldeagle
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
5. Our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center might be gentler than you think! #GentleGiant #WildlifeEducation #DidYouKnow
5. Our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center might be gentler than you think! #GentleGiant #WildlifeEducation #DidYouKnow
January 1, 2026 at 6:01 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
5. Our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center might be gentler than you think! #GentleGiant #WildlifeEducation #DidYouKnow
5. Our resident Bald Eagles here at the Alaska Raptor Center might be gentler than you think! #GentleGiant #WildlifeEducation #DidYouKnow
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
6. Last week here in Sitka, AK, two Bald Eagles became entangled mid-air and crash-landed. #AnimalRescue #Eagles #BackToTheWild
6. Last week here in Sitka, AK, two Bald Eagles became entangled mid-air and crash-landed. #AnimalRescue #Eagles #BackToTheWild
January 1, 2026 at 5:01 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
6. Last week here in Sitka, AK, two Bald Eagles became entangled mid-air and crash-landed. #AnimalRescue #Eagles #BackToTheWild
6. Last week here in Sitka, AK, two Bald Eagles became entangled mid-air and crash-landed. #AnimalRescue #Eagles #BackToTheWild
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
7. A Bald Eagle's talons are powerful tools built for survival! #BaldEagle #Talons #RaptorFacts #DidYouKnow
7. A Bald Eagle's talons are powerful tools built for survival! #BaldEagle #Talons #RaptorFacts #DidYouKnow
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
7. A Bald Eagle's talons are powerful tools built for survival! #BaldEagle #Talons #RaptorFacts #DidYouKnow
7. A Bald Eagle's talons are powerful tools built for survival! #BaldEagle #Talons #RaptorFacts #DidYouKnow
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
8. Did you know, Red-tailed Hawks, like Jake, have a powerful, raspy scream that Hollywood loves to use? #NatureSounds #BirdsofPrey #DidYouKnow
8. Did you know, Red-tailed Hawks, like Jake, have a powerful, raspy scream that Hollywood loves to use? #NatureSounds #BirdsofPrey #DidYouKnow
January 1, 2026 at 2:59 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
8. Did you know, Red-tailed Hawks, like Jake, have a powerful, raspy scream that Hollywood loves to use? #NatureSounds #BirdsofPrey #DidYouKnow
8. Did you know, Red-tailed Hawks, like Jake, have a powerful, raspy scream that Hollywood loves to use? #NatureSounds #BirdsofPrey #DidYouKnow
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
9. Did you know that not all eagles have the same leg coverings? #GoldenEagle #BaldEagle #RaptorFacts #WildlifeAdaptations
9. Did you know that not all eagles have the same leg coverings? #GoldenEagle #BaldEagle #RaptorFacts #WildlifeAdaptations
January 1, 2026 at 2:13 AM
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the moments YOU loved most this year!
9. Did you know that not all eagles have the same leg coverings? #GoldenEagle #BaldEagle #RaptorFacts #WildlifeAdaptations
9. Did you know that not all eagles have the same leg coverings? #GoldenEagle #BaldEagle #RaptorFacts #WildlifeAdaptations