A wild-bird hospital with a release goal
BirdCare Aotearoa operates at Green Bay in Auckland, with permission from the Department of Conservation to rehabilitate wildlife. Its purpose is to return healthy, recovered native birds to the wild wherever possible. The team follows Department of Conservation and Wildlife Rehabilitators Network of New Zealand guidance, bringing clinical care and rehabilitation together.
From triage to a suitable recovery diet
Each admitted bird is examined in a triage ward and given an individual care plan. The hospital has a general ward, a seabird clinic, intensive care for severe injuries and nurseries for orphaned chicks. Staff have developed a specialist diet guide so that nutrition supports recovery across different bird species.
Recovery continues outside the treatment room
A bird may need to regain strength before release, even after its immediate injuries have been treated. BirdCare uses outdoor aviaries adapted to its patients and swimming pools for appropriate species. This stage connects hospital treatment with the physical abilities the bird will need again in its natural environment.
Which birds the centre currently admits
Since 19 February 2025, admissions have focused on native and endemic birds. The nursery makes an exception for orphaned blackbird and song thrush chicks. Pet birds, chickens and roosters are not accepted. Consult the species list before bringing an animal, because a general reference to bird rescue does not mean every species can be admitted.
Advice, training and bringing a patient
The organisation also shares knowledge through research, workshops and educational resources for communities and other rescuers. Check the species policy and current admission days before going to 74 Avonleigh Road. Urgent cases outside opening hours should go through a local or emergency vet; email is not an emergency channel. AnimalProtech’s map helps locate this specialist service.
Frequently asked questions
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