BirdCare Aotearoa is a registered charitable trust dedicated to providing professional care and rehabilitation for sick, injured and orphaned wild birds in the greater Auckland area. Based at a large site in Green Bay, BirdCare operates a Department of Conservation approved avian hospital and rehabilitation facilities, handling over 6,000 birds per annum. Alongside care, rehabilitation and release, the centre also engages in research, advocacy, education and training for volunteers, professionals and the wider community. The centre is run by a small team of experienced professional staff assisted by a larger team of volunteers.