This squirrel was brought to Liberty Wildlife by a member of the public. In 2024, Liberty Wildlife treated roughly 10,000 injured or displaced animals.

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PHOTOS: Liberty Wildlife cares for urban wildlife in Phoenix

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This squirrel was brought to Liberty Wildlife by a member of the public. In 2024, Liberty Wildlife treated roughly 10,000 injured or displaced animals. (Kathy Ritchie/KJZZ)

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These baby quail are some of the orphaned animals that are housed in a special area of Liberty Wildlife. The feather duster in the back serves as a surrogate "parent." (Kathy Ritchie/KJZZ)

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Emmitt has been at Liberty Wildlife for about eight years. He is "imprinted" — or much too comfortable around humans and relies on them for food. Emmitt cannot survive in the wild on his own. (Kathy Ritchie/KJZZ)

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Liberty Wildlife is home to dozens of different species, including eagles, condors, woodpeckers, kestrels, quail, rabbits and squirrels. Many of these animals can never be returned to the wild. (Kathy Ritchie/KJZZ)