To the Rescue 13 11 11

You could find yourself at the front-line of a wildlife rescue!

Approximately 75% of our patients at the Australian Wildlife Health Centre are injured as a result of motor vehicle accidents.  That's why Zoos Victoria has joined forces with the RACV and a network of wildlife care organisations to raise awareness and encourage every motorist to look our for wildlife on the roads.

If you do find injured wildlife on the roads, RACV has a hotline called Wildlife Connect. 

Call 13 11 11 to be connected to help in your area.

Here are our TOP 10 RESCUE TIPS that will help you, if faced with a wildlife emergency!

1.   Safety first - protect yourself and others

2.   Identify potential risks

3.   Wear protective gloves

4.   Secure animal using a towel or blanket

5.   Place animal in a bag or ventilated box

6.   Keep animal warm in a dark, quiet place

7.   Don't give food or water

8.   Remove dead animals off the road

9.   Check marsupial pouches for live young

10. Seek expert help immediately