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Pelican Harbor Seabird Station (PHSS) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife in and around Miami’s Biscayne Bay. While we specialize in seabirds, we will accept any injured wildlife that is brought to our facility.
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We provide a variety of services for our community

PHSS was founded in 1980 for the purpose of caring for injured brown pelicans.

Since then, Pelican Harbor Seabird Station has grown in to a nationally and internationally recognized center for seabird rehabilitation. We provide variety of services for our community.
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation
  • Education
  • Conservation Research
  • Outreach
  • Wildlife Rescue
  • Resolving Human-Wildlife Conflicts

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Origin
The Seabird Station was founded in 1980, when Harry & Darlene Kelton found one injured pelican wandering Pelican Harbor Marina.
What kinds of animals
does PHSS accept?
The Seabird Station accepts all native birds, mammals and reptiles. Injued wildlife can be dropped off 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Can I visit?
We are open to visitors every day of the year from 9:00 AM to noon and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Field Trips for school groups or other large groups must be scheduled in advance.
National Reach
The Seabird Station is frequently consulted for help with injured pelicans as far away as Central America and America’s Pacific Northwest.
Visitors
  • Our facility is open to visitors daily from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
  • If you would like a guided tour, or would like to bring more than 6 people, please call in advance at 305-751-9840.
  • Parking and admission are free, although donations are gratefully accepted.
  • Our facility is handicap accessible, fun and educational for all ages.
Injured Wildlife
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e accept all injured wildlife, including mammals and reptiles, but no dogs or cats. Injured animals can be dropped off 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you have found an injured animal that you believe needs help, please bring it in or call us at 305-751-9840.

Help PHSS to win one of Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good!
Help PHSS to win one of Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good!

We are one of 500 Finalists for Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good Program. Help us win a new car to make an even bigger difference in rescuing injured, sick and orphaned wildlife!

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New Aviaries for Future Patients and Residents!
New Aviaries for Future Patients and Residents!

Aviary for Pelican Harbor Seabird Station's twenty-five permanent residents. In April, these residents will be moved to their new residence, double the size of their current home.

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Spotlight: One Blue Heron, Ready to Take Wing
Spotlight: One Blue Heron, Ready to Take Wing

This Blue Heron was found by a beach-goer lying in the surf near the Rickenbacker Causeway and was retrieved by our Seabird Station's staff.

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