The SPCA for Monterey County Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is caring for two emaciated Rhinoceros Aucklets.
The first Rhinoceros Aucklet, a juvenile, was found on Carmel Beach. The second, an adult in breeding plumage, was found on the recreation trail near Monterey Bay Kayaks in Monterey. When rescued, the two birds were emaciated but alert and fairly strong. Skilled SPCA staff are providing oral fluids and nutrition via feeding tubes. The adult has recovered enough to eat fish and yesterday started enjoying time in warm water pool.
Rescued Rhinoceros Auklet
Video is available here: http://youtu.be/W9J1ASGCE6s
If you see injured wildlife or wild animals acting unusual, please contact the SPCA Wildlife Center at 831-264-5427. Skilled wildlife staff are available for emergency wildlife rescues 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For your safety and the safety of the animals, never touch or try to feed wildlife on your own. Always call the SPCA Wildlife Center for assistance.
The SPCA Wildlife Center is the only full service wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center in Monterey County. To donate to help rescue injured and orphaned wild animals, please call the SPCA at 831-373-2631 or donate online at www.SPCAmc.org.
