Orange County Bird Of Prey Center

What we do: The Orange County Bird of Prey Center houses wild birds of prey that the concerned public and Federal, State, and County personnel bring to the center. During rehabilitation, a team of veterinarians and technicians at Serrano Animal and Bird Hospital examine, diagnose, and treat injured raptors, performing treatments such as medication, X-rays, surgery, and physical therapy. OCBPC believes most raptor injuries are prevented through education. We involve thousands of people each year, with programs including non-releasable raptors at schools, civic groups, county and state parks, nature exhibits and television programs. The public participates in the release of these birds into the wild through our sponsorship program. Technology (website and social media) facilitates the education of a larger population of individuals about raptors. Our education ambassadors and their volunteer handlers participate in over 150 education presentations a year.   History: OCBPC started in the 1980’s in a covered tennis court in a Yorba Linda backyard. In 1990, we moved to a backyard in Lake Forest to be closer to our veterinarians. 2005 saw us in our new temporary home at Rancho Las Lomas. In 2020, OCBPC moved into a permanent facility that exceeds federal guidelines for the care and rehabilitation of raptors. While maintaining an exceptional level of care for the animals, we are turning our focus on improving our education out reach.