Attached to Massey University’s veterinary school, Wildbase Hospital is New Zealand's only dedicated wildlife hospital. We are at the forefront of veterinary care of New Zealand’s native birds, half of which are classified as threatened or endangered.
We treat some of the most vulnerable wildlife on the planet. Our patients are rare and endangered native birds, reptiles and mammals from all over New Zealand.
Wildbase Research promotes collaborative investigation and management of wildlife in support of the welfare and conservation of New Zealand native fauna.
Wildbase Oil Response undertake the care, rehabilitation and release of animals after a marine oil spill. We also provide training internationally.
Wildbase Pathology provides diagnostic services to protect the health and welfare of captive and free-living New Zealand wildlife.
Wildbase Recovery will be a group of purpose-built recuperation aviaries. Built and owned by Palmerston North City Council, it will be co-occupied and managed by Massey University's Wildbase.
Wildbase provides veterinary services and research to wildlife conservation in New Zealand. Find out how you can help.
Sea lion colony confirmed, but work still needed
Long stay at Wildbase almost over for penguin
Compassion fatigue low in wildlife carers
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Kārearea pair choose Manawatū campus
Spoon, balloon and more removed from birds stomach
Swimming laps for release
