We are so proud to announce that we have recently treated our 39,000th patient! This patient, a Northern Mockingbird, was admitted on June 12th, 2022 after being caught by a cat. The mockingbird suffered a fractured leg that is being treated with a splint as well as laser therapy, antibiotics, and pain medication. PHSS has seen 213 distinct species over the past four decades, including 16 threatened and endangered species. The Northern Mockingbird is the state bird of Florida, and one of the most common species admitted to PHSS, with over 1,700 being admitted in the past 42 years. The mockingbird's Latin name is Mimus polyglottos, which literally translates to “many-tongued mimic”, a fitting name for a bird that can sing several hundred different songs.
“I was so delighted and thrilled that I was able to rescue patient #39,000. Thanks to Pelican Harbor’s website, dedicated staff, and my own experience as a volunteer there, I knew to secure the bird and bring it to their after-hour dropoff area as soon as possible. I am so grateful to PHSS for the altruistic and vital work that they do for our wildlife and community.” - Nancy Harrington, Rescuer and longtime PHSS volunteer
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