Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary Blog
Stories, updates, and news from our sanctuary.
Plus, occasional features from our local community and media partners.
Pangolins: The Most Misunderstood Mammal
When people first see a pangolin, they often do a double take. Is it a reptile? A dinosaur? Some kind of armadillo? It is easy to see why. Pangolins are…
Why Chicks and Ducklings Are Not Easter Gifts
Every spring, as Easter approaches, chicks and ducklings appear in feed stores, pet shops, and online ads. They are tiny, fluffy, and irresistible. Many families bring them home with the…
Salt at the Sanctuary: Medicine for Some, Danger for Others
At Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary, visitors often notice salt blocks in some enclosures and wonderwhy some animals are allowed salt while others are strictly protected from it. The answer is simple…
Why Salt Is Dangerous for Parrots
Why “Polly Wants a Cracker” Got It Wrong “Polly wants a cracker” is one of the most well-known phrases associated with parrots. It soundsharmless, even sweet. Unfortunately, it also reflects…
How Sanctuaries Inspire Action and Why Conservation Matters More Than Ever
Sanctuaries are more than safe places for rescued animals. They are places where people learn, feel, and connect. When someone visits the sanctuary, something shifts inside them. They see animals…
Why Exotic Birds Are Not Domesticated
At Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary, we often meet people who love parrots and want to share their lives with these extraordinary animals. Their beauty, important to understand that parrots and other…
Goats, parrots, emus and more at Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — There are goats, miniature horses, pot-bellied pigs, emus and an ostrich. Desert tortoises, burros, koi fish, turkeys, and you might even spot a llama on the…
