Alaska Raptor Center
@raptororg
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
Did you know #BaldEagles don't get their iconic white head and tail until they are 5 years old? Meet Spirit, one of our Bald Eagles and a Raptor-in-Residence here at the Alaska Raptor Center, who has changed a lot since she first arrived in 2016, and this year, she turned 10! Happy birthday Spirit!
Did you know falconry hoods are one of the tools we use here at the Alaska Raptor Center? By gently covering a bird's eyes, these specialized hoods help reduce sensory input, keeping our Bald Eagle patients calm and comfortable during medical care. #FalconryHood #DidYouKnow #WildlifeRehabilitation
Meet Quin, a #BaldEagle found in Ketchikan, AK, who had been grounded for several days showing potential neurological issues. After our team determined Quin had suffered a collision, a few weeks of rest and good meals had her ready for release! #EagleRescue #WildlifeRehab #FridayFreedom #BirdRescue
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Alaska Raptor Center relies on our generous supporters, like the fishermen who drop off salmon or the guests who visit our Center. Every act of kindness helps us fulfill our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and education. AlaskaRaptor.org/get-involved/donate/
Meet Mango, a fledgling Crow found in Sitka, AK! When Mango arrived, his back legs weren't working, but just one day later he was perching and looking great! After another check-up, Mango was deemed ready for release! #Crows #BabyAnimals #WildlifeConservation #FridayFreedom
The Alaska Raptor Center is looking for an Education Manager to lead our educational programming and help connect people with birds of prey through engaging, hands-on learning experiences! #EducationManager #AlaskaRaptorCenter #Sitka #Wildlife #Conservation
Meet Muddy, a Common Raven found right here in Sitka, Alaska, after getting tangled in a net. After a few weeks of good meals, rest, and plenty of care from our team, Muddy is ready to head back out into the wild! Good luck Muddy! #Raven #WildlifeRescue #FridayFreedom
Did you know the "horns" atop a Great Horned Owl's head are actually tufts of feathers called plumicorns, meaning “feathered horns” in Latin? Although they are sometimes called "ears," an owl's ears are actually located right behind their eyes. #Plumicorns #Owls #DidYouKnow
On behalf of the Staff, Volunteers, and Board of Directors of the Alaska Raptor Center, Happy Independence Day! #4thofJuly #IndependenceDay #BaldEagle #USA
Did you know the Bald Eagle has been the national emblem of the U.S. since 1787? And in 2024, it was officially named our national bird! Here at the Alaska Raptor Center, we're proud to care for these iconic birds every day! 🇺🇸#BaldEagle #NationalBird #4thOfJulyEve
In honor of Independence Day, the Alaska Raptor Center will be closing early on July 4th. We will be open from 8AM - 4PM so our staff can enjoy the festivities and celebrations! We will still be available for any bird emergencies at (907)738-8662
Meet Crash, a Bald Eagle found in Ketchikan, AK, after getting into a fight with another eagle. After spending some time recovering in our ICU and Bald Eagle Flight Center, Crash is ready to head back out into the wild! #FreedomFriday #AnimalRescue #BaldEagle #FeelGood
Fe, an American Kestrel here at the Alaska Raptor Center, is spending her morning hunting for mealworms! Activities like this help stimulate natural behaviors, like problem-solving and using their beak and talons, while also keeping their minds active. #Enrichment #KeepActive #AmericanKestrel
Releases are always our favorite part of the job! Meet Danny, a Bald Eagle found here in Sitka, Alaska, who was rescued underweight and in poor condition. After months of care, healing, and plenty of good meals, Danny was ready to head back out into the wild! #BaldEagle #WildlifeRehab #BackToTheWild
The World Cup is here, and our staff was asked which teams our raptors would support. 🦅⚽ And the results are in! These are our guesses at who our Raptors-in-Residence would be cheering for during this tournament! 🏆 #WorldCup #Raptors #BirdsOfPrey #ChooseYourTeam
Pride Day at the Alaska Raptor Center! Join us Saturday, June 13th, from 8am–4pm as we celebrate Pride with our Raptors-in-Residence! Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $5. #WildlifeConservation #Pride #JoinUs
This Bald Eagle was admitted after a fight with another eagle. During the examination, our staff discovered a brood patch. We were able to quickly release it back into the wild so it could get back to its important job as a parent! #AnimalRescue #BaldEagles #HelpingWildlife
Did you know, a “brood patch” is a patch of featherless skin that develops on the underside of birds during the nesting season? This patch of skin is well supplied with blood vessels to transfer heat to their eggs when incubating. #baldeagles #broodpatch #DidYouKnow
The Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation Bald Eagle Flight Training Center provides a critical flight conditioning space for the Bald Eagles under our care, as well as allowing visitors to watch the birds without the birds ever seeing or hearing people. #wildliferescue #BaldEagles #LearningToFly
In heartfelt reverence for Memorial Day, the Alaska Raptor Center's staff, volunteers, and Board of Directors, extend their deepest gratitude to the valiant men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while honorably serving in the United States Armed Forces. #thankyou #MemorialDay
Did you know not all Red-tailed Hawks look the same? Koyu, a light morph Harlan’s Red-tailed Hawk and Raptor-in-Residence here at the Alaska Raptor Center, is a perfect example! #harlanshawk #RedtailedHawk #didyouknow
This Orange-crowned Warbler came to us after a window collision and was able to be released just a few hours later! You can make simple changes at home, like adding decals or making windows more visible, to help prevent collisions and keep birds safe. #Warbler #WindowCollision #YouCanHelp
Enrichment time for Spirit! Today, part of her meal was hidden inside boxes, giving her the chance to tear, pull, and problem-solve her way to a reward. Activities like this help stimulate natural behaviors while also keeping their minds active. #Enrichment #KeepActive #BaldEagles
The Alaska Raptor Center is open for the 2026 Summer Season! Come experience one of Sitka’s top attractions, meet our Raptors-in-Residence, and learn all about Alaska’s incredible birds of prey. We’re open daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with last admission at 3:30 PM. #visitsitka #raptorcenter
Meet Varia, our newest Raptor-in-Residence! 🦉 After a vehicle strike, changes to her flight mean she can’t hunt in the wild. Now she serves as an ambassador. Keeping roadsides free of food & trash helps protect birds like Varia. #barredowl #welcomehome #owls
Happy #EarthDay! Here at the Alaska Raptor Center, we see firsthand how the health of our environment affects the birds in our care. This Earth Day, we encourage simple actions, like keeping roadsides clean, to help keep our feathered friends safe. #WildlifeConservation #YouCanMakeADifference
Meet Fe! This American Kestrel came to us in 2021 from Santa Fe, NM. After her rescue, she became too accustomed to humans to survive in the wild. Today, she plays an important role as an ambassador, helping us share the story of falcons and their conservation. #Falcon #birdsofprey #ambassador
Meet Banana! 🦅 This Bald Eagle was admitted to the Alaska Raptor Center in rough shape. He was emaciated and dealing with severe diarrhea, but with help from our team, he made a strong recovery. #Rescue #Release #WildlifeConservation #Freedom #FridayFreedom
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Otus, our beloved Western Screech Owl ambassador. Otus helped us connect visitors to the incredible world of owls. He will be deeply missed by our staff, volunteers, and all who had the chance to meet him.