World Bird Sanctuary

Raptor cake

The World Bird Sanctuary was founded by Ornithologist, Walter C. Crawford, Jr. Crawford. He began his career at the St. Louis Zoo working with then Zoo's Director Marlin Perkins. Originally named the Raptor Rehabilitation & Propagation Project. The land formerly belonged to the U.S. Army, who used the area as a munitions depot during WWII. Many of the first bird buildings were old Army facilities.


There are live displays of Bald Eagles, Owls, Hawks, Falcons, Vultures, Parrots, Reptiles and much more! They offer free seasonal shows, nature trails and educational programs for all.

An onsite Wildlife Hospital is where veterinarians, rehabilitation staff and volunteers have treated over 300 distressed raptors each year. They also have a Parrot rehabilitation and has treated over 900 parrots 1977.

Cake artist - Mark Swain

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