The WRC is the first rescue centre in Armenia founded by FPWC in cooperation with RA Ministry of Nature Protection and RA Ministry of Emergency Situations. The WRC’s mission is to rescue and care for all injured wild animals, including native, rare, common or exotic species. Orphaned, displaced, injured and mistreated species are being rehabilitated and given proper treatment under the care of a specialized staff. Founded on May 6th, 2016, the newly opened Wildlife Rescue Center is located in Urtsadzor community of Ararat region far from local settlements and people.