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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital

@swanrescue.bsky.social
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A charity operated by dedicated volunteers and vets, committed to the rescue, treatment and rehabilitation of injured swans and wildlife across Yorkshire.

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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
This bundle of fluff is a young Kestrel, brought to us from a residential building site in Goole. We removed some fly eggs from the bird’s tail end, and the animal continues to progress well. Our thanks to the construction staff for bringing the youngster through to us.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
A call earlier this afternoon to Pontefract Park lake, for a distressed young swan towing fishing line and a ‘chinstrap’ - a tight length of line caught around the bird’s lower beak.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
This seemingly late hatching cygnet was brought through to us last week, found alone without parents and suffering with a leg problem. Our sincere thanks to the kind members of the public for securing the youngster and travelling her through to us.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
A cygnet was found in a bloodied state on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. The bird was initially assisted by Yorkshire Dales Wildlife Rescue, who then transferred the animal to our care for further treatment where she continues to thrive.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
One of the sweetest little patients we’ve welcomed into our care in recent weeks is this tiny leveret (a young hare), pictured here upon first arrival. She was found on a residential street after it was believed she had been carried and injured by a dog before being dropped onto the tarmac.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Last week, we attended Askern Clay Pond, following a report of a cygnet with fishing line protruding from its neck.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
One of our rescuers recently attended Pickering Park in Hull, following reports of a swan carrying a fishing hook through her upper beak. The bird was contained and the hook safely removed, before release back to her mate and cygnet.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
So many hedgehogs are in need of help at the moment. Many are suffering because of the recent warm weather, including this youngster brought to us from Wheldrake earlier this week, pictured here upon first arrival.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
A call this afternoon to Barrowford in Lancashire on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, for a young swan carrying fishing tackle. The cygnet was swiftly caught and safely de-tackled on the towpath by our rescuer, and without any lasting injury released back to its family.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
A trip to North Ferriby last weekend to assist a pair of swans that had become closed in a residential garden. The birds had reportedly been in the vicinity for three days before we were contacted.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Our thanks to Zina for bringing us this beautiful Kestrel recently after the bird was found unresponsive on the roadside, most likely having been struck by a vehicle.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Yesterday, we attended Newhay Lakes following report of a swan in a poor condition, as pictured here on the left when our rescuer arrived.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
A visit to Askern Lake this afternoon, following reports of a Canada Goose with both legs entangled in discarded fishing line. Sadly, on arrival our rescuer discovered not one, but three separate geese needing our assistance for the same issue.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Thankfully, we were eventually able to capture the Greylag Goose we posted about earlier this week at Sandall Park in Doncaster. We also located a second goose with the same issue, found with a length of fishing line wrapped around one leg.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
A trip to York for one of our rescuers earlier today, for a swan reported to be carrying some fishing tackle. The bird was quickly contained, and a small hook located in his tongue which was safety removed along with the attached line and weights. The bird was returned to his mate a short time later
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
This swan has been recovering in our care in recent days, after becoming trapped in lock gates along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
This afternoon, we attended a very distressed cygnet on the Aire & Calder Navigation at Great Heck, after a concerned boater spotted the young bird tangled in fishing line around its neck, wings and legs.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
This young swan came in from Retford during the week, and is now receiving treatment for a wing injury. Our thanks to the concerned locals for getting the help the animal required.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
This young blackbird was brought to us recently after flying into a window and being found stunned on the ground. Following an appropriate and successful period of recovery in our care, the bird was fitted with a leg ring (under licence) and has since been released back into the wild.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
A trip to the River Aire at Hunslet to rescue a cygnet that had become tangled by one leg in fishing line tied to some reeds. On closer inspection, we also found fishing line caught in her beak.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
We are currently caring for this young Tawny Owl, after the bird was found grounded and in a poor state, suffering from fly strike.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
We rescued this young Greylag Goose on Thursday afternoon at the North Yorkshire Water Park near Scarborough, found with a crossbow bolt lodged through the lower part of the animal’s neck.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
This cygnet has a lot of attitude! This one arrived in with us via Yorkshire Dales Wildlife Rescue last weekend, having been found alone on a stretch of waterway. He will be well cared for with us until fully grown, and released back into the wild where he belongs come the autumn.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
A hedgehog currently with us - pictured upon first arrival - found out during the day with a few issues including dehydration and a fresh injury to one of his toes, which required veterinary attention. He continues to progress in our care.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
One of our callouts over the weekend was to Baildon, for a swan reported to be carrying fishing tackle. Thankfully, our rescuer was able to safely capture the bird, remove the tackle, and reunite him with his patiently waiting mate.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
This Grey Heron with a wing injury gave us the run around on a couple of occasions, before being safely contained by our rescuer yesterday. Our thanks to the caring local residents who first noticed and reported the injured bird.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
This chap required our help, after he had a nasty crash landing on a road and was seen to be clipped by a vehicle. He progressed well in our care, and was released earlier this week on to an appropriate waterway.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Two more adorable cygnets, pictured here upon first arrival with us. They were brought into care by Yorkshire Dales Wildlife Rescue, after being reported alone with no parents to care for them.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Earlier this week, we came to the aid of a swan at Roundhay Park after reports that the bird had a large amount of fishing line protruding from its beak. Thankfully, our rescuer was able to safely remove the line, and the swan was promptly released back onto the water, none the worse for its ordeal.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Always nice to see! Returning this male swan home to his mate and cygnets following treatment, after his recent stay with us.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
We recently treated the breeding male swan from the Aire & Calder Navigation at Woodlesford after he was reported unable to stand or walk. The cause was a small fishing hook deeply embedded in his leg, which had led to a serious infection.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our stall at the RSPCA Dog Show in Goole today! We’re always grateful for donations of good quality tombola type prizes. If you have any unwanted goods or gifts that could be suitable, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch if you can help!
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
This morning we received a call from Network Rail concerning an injured swan beside the tracks at Calverley Bridge.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Our thanks to those who contacted us today concerned with a cygnet at Mexborough. The bird was reported to be towing line and a float, which our rescuer was able to safely remove before returning the youngster back to her grateful parents.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Our thanks to those who reported that a swan and a cygnet were found caught in the same stretch of fishing line with a float attached, earlier today at Nunroyd. The fishing tackle was safely removed by our rescuer, and the birds immediately returned to the water without injury.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Earlier this week, we were called to Pontefract Park after reports of a distressed cygnet found to be trapped by one leg in fishing line, near one of the lake’s islands.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Another new arrival, a crash landed swan reported to us on a busy road. Now comfortable in one of our care pens, with the complimentary all day buffet. We expect a full recovery for this bird over the coming days.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
A late call to York on Sunday evening, for a distressed swan reported to be carrying a hook through his upper beak and trailing line, with a reluctance to eat. The swan was secured on first attempt, the fishing tackle safely removed, and returned to his awaiting mate.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
The first cygnets of 2026 recently arrived in our care with their mother, who required treatment. Sadly, the cob died before they hatched, leaving the family vulnerable. We’re pleased to report that all are doing well. Thanks to local residents to local Police for their support.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
Another recent call out for our rescuers, on this occasion the swan was reported to our helpline to be carrying a fishing lure, with a triple barbed hook attached. Our thanks to those who kindly reported the bird and requested our assistance.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Perseverance paid off at the Chesterfield Canal. Four cygnets were swept through a lock spillway, leaving their parents with just one. After a late-night search and an early return, they were rescued with help from passing boaters and safely reunited with mum and dad.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
We attended a swan on the Ashton Canal in Manchester, after reports that she was carrying fishing tackle. The bird - one of a breeding pair with newly hatched cygnets - had reportedly been observed for a number days with a fishing hook embedded through her beak.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We were called to the University of York earlier today, following reports of an injured swan (pictured). Unfortunately, the bird could not be located when our rescuer arrived. If you spot the swan anywhere on campus, please get in touch with us.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
We recently came to the aid of this swan in Leeds after reports that the animal was trailing a large amount of fishing line with a ‘bait bomb’ attached. The bird was safely rescued and the tackle carefully removed, before release shortly afterwards.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Our volunteer rescuers in Sheffield were recently able to help a nesting female swan, found to be carrying fishing tackle in the web of a foot. Thankfully, the hook was safely removed, and the bird could be immediately released back to her cygnets.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Huge thank you to everyone who supported our rescue boat fundraiser 🙏 Because of your kindness, we’ve been able to purchase replacement outboards, a new rescue boat, trailer & accessories too ❤️
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Recovering in one of our intensive care incubators is this female Blackcap, found stunned in the middle of a road having collided with a vehicle. She is already a lot brighter compared to when she first arrived, and we are hopeful of a full recovery.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
This weekend, we helped a family of swans after concerned members of the public reported the newly hatched cygnets were unable to follow their parents back to the nest, due to steep banking owing to falling water levels.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Tonight, we rescued this swan in Leeds after it was found collapsed at the side of a lake, exhausted and in need of help. Thanks to the kindness of those who contacted us, the swan is now safe.
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Yorkshire Swan & Wildlife Rescue Hospital @swanrescue.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Another rescue call recently in Leeds, to this crash landed youngster. Thankfully the swan was uninjured, and could be immediately released to the nearest flock of swans.
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