Wild Sun Rescue

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Wild Sun Rescue Center, is a non-profit association located on the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica right on the border of the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve (the first protected area and National Park in Costa Rica).

The surrounding region provides refuge to a large variety of animals, but sadly these animals are exposed to countless threats, ranging from electrocution (which mostly affects monkeys), illegal trade and hunting, vehicles, habitat loss and the decrease in resources which are caused primarily due to human settlement.

Wild Sun Rescue Center works to rescue, rehabilitate and release injured and/or orphaned mammals, reptiles and birds and also to reintroduce species that have already become extinct in our area of Costa Rica.

We need your help in order to keep this rescue center working, and give the animals the care which they deserve.

Either through personal donation, fund raising, or volunteer work, any kind of assistance is needed and appreciated.

Please look into our website for more information about volunteering and the conservation of Costa Rican wildlife

Electric Shock

Many of the power lines and transformers in Costa Rica are uninsulated, and countless wild animals are electrocuted every day. Howler monkeys are one of the most severely affected species by this issue due to their arboreal lifestyle. Electric shock can lead to a range of internal and external injuries, from severe burns to nerve damage and organ failure. The animals that survive these shocks usually face a long and difficult recovery.

Dog Attacks

Free roaming dogs pose one of the biggest threats to wildlife in our area. Unattended dogs in the street can quickly become territorial, which poses a threat to native animals crossing their path. In addition to treating the wounds of wild animals attacked by dogs, we work with local spay/neuter campaigns and educate the public about the importance of keeping companion animals contained.

Illegal Pet Trade

It is illegal to keep any wild animal as a pet in Costa Rica according to the Conservation of Wildlife Act No. 7317 (“Ley de Conservación de la Vida Silvestre”). Not only does taking an animal out of its natural habitat have negative outcomes on the health and development of that animal, the illegal pet trade places a significant strain on the survival of wild populations and is driving several species to the brink of extinction. When an animal is confiscated, we work with that individual to promote natural behaviors before releasing it back to the wild.

"Kidnapping"

Unfortunately, some animals that make their way into our care are victims of (often accidental) kidnapping. It is normal for parents of numerous species, such as birds, ocelots and deer, to leave their young unattended for hours to days at a time to hunt or forage for food. These young can often be mistaken as abandoned, and are brought into our center by well-intentioned humans. This is usually not the case! We attempt to reunite kidnapped animals with its mother, but if reuniting is unsuccessful, we care for the animal until it is old and strong enough to survive in the wild. While we do our best to give all animals the highest possible standard of care, they are always better off being raised by their parents in the wild!

Mission / Intention

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate, and release native animals that were sick, injured or orphaned. We care for a wide variety of animals including monkeys, anteaters, opossums, squirrels, birds, iguanas, and more - essentially anything that comes through the door! With a dedicated and well-trained team of volunteers, biologists, veterinarians and students, we work to provide the best possible care for each animal in need.