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May 29, 2015
Lead Ammunition: Toxic to Wildlife, People and the Environment
Spent lead ammunition poisons and kills millions of animals, contaminates the environment and threatens human health. Though excellent alternatives to lead ammo exist, it remains the most common form of ammunition used by hunters. Learn more and see if your state has any restrictions on lead ammo.
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February 17, 2015
It's Not for the Birds: Feeding Ducks, Geese and Other Waterfowl Can Be Harmful to Their Health
A healthy diet for ducks, geese and other waterfowl includes insects, grasses and aquatic plants. Feeding them bread, crackers and popcorn does not provide them with the proper nutrients and may lead to a condition called angel wing.
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February 9, 2015
Help Dogs, Cats, and Other Animals by Changing State Laws at Humane Lobby Day
You can help pass laws that protect animals in your state. Humane Lobby Day is easy, fun and guaranteed to make you feel like a powerful animal activist. We'll help you find the Humane Lobby Day in your state.
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October 7, 2014
Birds On the Move! Help Migrating Birds this Season
Why do so many birds migrate such long distances? It allows them to be where food is abundant and increases the number of offspring they can have, but they brave many hazards (often human-caused) along the way. Here's how you can help them out.
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February 20, 2014
Carolina Waterfowl Rescue Receives Grant to Improve Lives of Birds in Need
The Carolina Waterfowl Rescue in Charlotte, N.C., received $5,000 for repair and improvements after heavy snow and ice destroyed three aviaries.
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March 8, 2013
Reward Offered for Trumpeter Swan Shooting in Star, Idaho
The Humane Society of the United States and The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for illegally killing a trumpeter swan near Star, Idaho.
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February 20, 2013
Five Ways to Help Birds
Watch "Rio" star Jesse Eisenberg's video explaining why it's a bad idea to buy birds like parrots. Then find out 5 things you can do today for pet birds.
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June 22, 2012
The Humane Society of the United States Offers Reward in Gwinnett County, Ga., Swan Shootings
The HSUS is offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting and killing two swans in Gwinnett County, Ga.
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May 1, 2012
War on Mute Swans Unwarranted
All over the country, mute swans are taking the heat for man-made environmental problems. Join us in giving a voice to these graceful creatures.
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August 26, 2011
As Irene Approaches, the Cape Widlife Center Battens Down Hatches
As they ready for hurricane Irene, the Cape Wildlife Center staff urge you to plan ahead and to practice personal safety when rescuing wildlife during storms.
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May 25, 2010
Ship Shape Swans
Earlier this month, four Cape Wildlife Center volunteers released two swans – a female hit by a car and treated for a broken hip, and a male who we treated for six months for lead poisoning
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May 25, 2010
The Unleading of a Swan
When we first examined the male mute swan, we were at a loss of what could cause these clinical signs. Blood tests revealed the problem: he had a very high level of lead in his system – nearly enough to kill him.
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January 19, 2010
Swans' Way
After a mute swan lost his mate when she was hit by a car, staff at Cape Wildlife Center -- where he was being treated for a foot infection -- realized he was lost without her. Fortunately, they and Mother Nature knew what to do.
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December 17, 2009
Health Dangers at Petting Zoos and Fairs
Zoonotic diseases are readily caught by humans at captive wildlife displays, such as E. coli.
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November 20, 2009
Mute Swan Trumpets Injuries
A week after being treated at the Cape Wildlife Center for injuries sustained when he was struck by a car, a mute swan was released back into the wild.
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November 16, 2009
An Eagle Eye on Wildlife
Last Friday, Wayne Pacelle paid a visit to our newest animal care center—the South Florida Wildlife Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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October 25, 2009
Frequently Asked Questions about Maryland's Mute Swan Policy
For the last four years, over the vehement objections of its citizens, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has slaughtered adults and cygnets in the Chesapeake Bay, claiming it was necessary to stop the birds from eating Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV), which is their natural food.
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June 30, 2009
Thousands Petition Gov. O'Malley to End Killing of Mute Swans in Md.
The HSUS delivered thousands of petition signatures and comments to Maryland Gov. O'Malley asking for an immediate moratorium on the killing of mute swans.
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May 14, 2009
The HSUS Condemns Md. Plan to Eradicate Mute Swans from Chesapeake Bay
The HSUS denounced a report calling for reducing the mute swan population of Chesapeake Bay to "as few as possible."
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May 8, 2009
Md. Department of Natural Resources Continues to Slaughter Mute Swans
The HSUS criticizes the decision by the Md. Department of Natural Resources to continue to kill mute swans in Chesapeake Bay, despite having convened an advisory committee to discuss management of mute swans.
