Hutchinson Zoo's wildlife rehab center pauses intakes after reaching capacity
More than 600 patients, including over 100 baby opossums, have filled the facility this spring
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Zoo’s wildlife rehabilitation program has temporarily stopped accepting new patients after a spring surge of more than 600 animals pushed the Cargill WildCare Center to maximum capacity. The facility's enclosures and neonatal spaces are entirely full, housing a population that already equals nearly 60% of last year's total intakes and includes more than 100 baby opossums. Staff will resume admitting animals once current patients can be safely released, and residents who find injured or orphaned wildlife are urged to contact the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for a list of alternate licensed rehabilitators.
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