According to Tracy Frampton, Executive Director of the Florida Wildlife Hospital, it takes an estimated $2,300 to raise an otter from infancy to an age where they have a chance of surviving when released into the wild. Video of babies.
The Florida Wildlife Hospital and Sanctuary is open 365 days a year to admit wildlife patients. They treat species that are of special concern, including the sandhill crane, the gopher tortoise, and the osprey.
Although they are licensed by state and federal government agencies, they receive no funding from them. Operations are paid for with donations from membership dues, local companies, and grants. Your support is extremely important to the Florida Wildlife Hospital and to the continued care of Florida's treasure--our wildlife. Find out more.
