![]() Another option is to place a container with the opening over the animal and gently take cardboard or wood under it to capture. In most cases the bird will, if able, climb into the carrier.ģ. With a larger bird, place the carrier facing the bird and gently guide the animal into the carrier with a large towel or a broom/similar object. Keep aware of the bird’s beak and feet.Ģ. Small to medium bird, after covering, gently lift into the container. To contain, cover the injured bird with the towel or blanket.ġ. If proceeding with rescue, approach quietly, slowly, and cautiously. It is typically easier to catch water birds at dusk. Be sure and pick up from the back and keep wings next to the body. Once in the foliage, the bird will often feel secure and you can quietly approach and cover with a blanket/towel. When trying to rescue water birds, if possible, guide the bird away from the water to nearby foliage. Never pick up a bird by the wing or the tail. Keep control of talons as they are the bird’s defense. Raptors and large birds with spear beaks, be sure the beak is covered securely and firmly pointing away from your face. Pick up from behind keeping the wings close to the body. NOTE: When a bird is covered, it will lay still and not struggle. If you cannot contain safely, contact the hotline 97, a bird wildlife rehabilitator, or local animal services. Large boxes (may need to add air holes) lined with paper and a secure lid can be used for transport. The T-shirt is to protect the bird’s feathers from becoming damaged as well as creating a dark safe place for the bird to de-stress. Hang a T-shirt on the inside of the door as you secure the carrier. Large birds can be placed in a large secure pet carrier lined with newspaper or paper towels. Provide paper towel or tissue for traction.ģ. Covering the pet carrier with a towel helps to reduce stress. Medium birds can be placed in a box with a secure lid (additional air holes) or a small to medium pet carrier, provided they cannot get out of the openings on the front and sides. A paper sack lined with a paper towel or tissue, folded at the top, can be used for a baby bird.Ģ. Do not use towels as little toes and feet can get tangled in the threads. Add a few extra air holes from inside to the outside of the lid. Tiny to small birds can be placed in a shoebox lined with a paper towel or tissue for traction. A container that can be securely closed while transporting.ġ. Birds with long beaks (egrets, herons) and raptors you will need protective eye gear.Ĥ. For raptors (hawks, owls, vultures) you must wear long sleeves.ģ. You will need gloves, a towel/blanket to protect yourself.Ģ. Do you have the items needed for your safety as well as the bird?ġ. An injured wild bird can be dangerous and may feel the need to protect itself. Your personal safety is first and foremost. If you are unsure, call the hotline at 97 or a wildlife rehabilitator specializing in birds. Baby birds are best raised by their natural parents. A bird tangled in netting, fishing line, or a glue board.ĩ. ![]() Ducklings and goslings without a parent.Ĩ. Baby birds that are in the nest and the parent is known to be dead.ħ. A bird that flew into a window that has not recovered within 2 hours.Ħ. A bird that has been in a dog or cat’s mouth requires rescue and rehabilitation.ĥ. It is important to keep cats indoor during baby bird season.ģ. A fledgling needs time and a safe place to learn to fly which requires time on the ground. Be certain when rescuing a fledgling, as they are often kidnapped. If the bird is a baby or fledgling, review the following section to assess if a rescue is warranted: Birds > “I Found a Baby Bird, does it need help?” Many times, a fallen baby can be put back in the nest.Ģ. I found an injured adult bird: How to Assess, Rescue, and ContainĪn adult should carefully assess if the bird truly needs rescue.
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