In the quiet corners of Bengal, where dense greenery meets human habitation, wildlife continue to struggle and survive. Thanks to the dedication of our Animal Protector Program, May became a month of second chances. We responded to 27 rescue calls, offering safety and care to 37 wild animals, each with a story to tell. These aren’t just numbers. They are lives—fragile, frightened, and often forgotten. Here's a glimpse into some of their journeys.
Hope Takes Flight: The Parakeets of Dhakapara
When we reached Dhakapara in North 24 Parganas, four beautiful Rose-ringed Parakeets sat silently in crude cages. Poached from the wild, their eyes told stories of fear and confusion. A timely tip-off helped us rescue them from the illegal pet trade—a life of confinement they never chose. Back at our facility, the birds slowly recovered from trauma. With every day, they grew stronger, savoring fruits, fluttering their wings, and exploring their enriched enclosures filled with natural branches and soft sunlight. We kept our presence gentle, almost invisible, allowing them to rediscover their instincts. Weeks later, we returned to where their story began, but this time, they were free. Watching them take off, their green wings cutting through the air, we felt it again: this is why we do what we do.
Two Tiny Civets and a Second Chance at Life
Not all rescues begin with tip-offs. Sometimes, it’s a kind passerby who becomes a hero. Near Chandpara Station Road, two baby Asian Palm Civets had fallen from a tree. Their mother was nowhere in sight. Local crows had begun attacking the defenseless infants when help arrived just in time.They were cold, scared, and hungry—but alive. We wrapped them gently in soft cloth and brought them into care. Feeding them every two hours, we watched as their eyes brightened and tiny paws grew steady. Their enclosure became a playground of branches and climbing logs, mimicking the trees they’ll one day return to.
It’s not always easy. Reuniting wild babies with their mothers is delicate and often impossible. But what we can give is safety, nourishment, and time. These two civets, once moments away from death, now explore the world around them with playful curiosity. Their release will come soon—when the night sky is their own once again.
The Songbird Who Found His Voice Again
One summer afternoon, a resident of Ghoshpara spotted a male Asian Koel lying motionless on the ground. His glossy black feathers were dulled by pain; he couldn’t stand or fly. He had likely struck something mid-air, disorienting him badly.We brought him into care, where our team—without the support of a specialized vet—relied on years of hands-on experience. A gentle course of medication, hand feeding, and rest helped him regain his strength. By day four, he began hopping and calling out, his signature melody filling the room like sunlight through leaves.When we released him back where he belonged, he didn’t look back. That hauntingly beautiful song? We like to think it was his thank-you.
Silent Rescues, Unseen Lives
Among the 37 lives we touched this month were snakes, doves, koels, turtles, and even a few kraits and cobras. Many of them had wandered into human homes—unwanted visitors in unfamiliar places. We intervened not just to protect humans, but to safeguard these often-misunderstood creatures. Each snake returned to safe wilderness, each turtle back to its water body. No fanfare, no photos, just a quiet act of restoration.
Compassion in Action
Behind every rescue is a network of people who care—local community members who call for help, forest officials who act swiftly, and our team of caregivers who work tirelessly, often through the night. This is what it means to be an Animal Protector. It’s messy, it’s hard, and it’s filled with heartbreak—but it’s also powerful. Because every time we return a wild being to their home, we remind the world that compassion can heal even the deepest wounds.
You can help
These stories are only possible because people like you believe in a kinder world for animals. Help us continue this work. Speak up for the voiceless. Support rescues. Be an Animal Protector. Together, we can make the wild whole again.