Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, Coral Springs

About Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital

Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital in Coral Springs is a wildlife sanctuary and rehabilitation facility dedicated to rescuing, treating, and caring for injured, sick, and orphaned native Florida animals. Visitors explore self-guided outdoor exhibits housing non-releasable wildlife in naturalistic habitats, including an aviary, orchid garden, and apiary. The facility's licensed wildlife hospital treats over 1,200 native Florida animals annually. Nearly 70 permanent resident animals serve as ambassadors for education and conservation. The center offers educational programs for pre-K through high school students, corporate groups, and adults, featuring live animal presentations, specimens, and artifacts that teach about Florida's native wildlife and ecosystems. Programs are conducted on-site, in classrooms, or virtually. School groups and organized parties can arrange field trips in advance. The center sits on 5 acres of preserved natural habitat and welcomes families, nature enthusiasts, and students seeking hands-on learning about wildlife rehabilitation and environmental stewardship.