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There is nothing better than waking up to a warm, sunny morning and hearing the sound of baby birds happily tweeting away in their nests.
During the first few weeks of spring, these baby birds will spend the majority of their time safely huddled in their nests until they learn to fly. Unfortunately, however, the time when baby birds are most reliant on their nests often coincides with spring landscaping season for humans. This can spell disaster for a new family of birds if the tree or bush where their nest is hidden is recklessly trimmed or pruned.
For WildCare, a California-based animal rescue organization, springtime means an influx of orphaned baby songbirds who have sadly become the victims of irresponsible landscaping. Successfully rescuing and rehabilitating these little birds until they can be released requires an incredible amount of expertise and experience. These newborn birds require a highly specific diet and environment to thrive.
And remember, if you’re doing some yard work this spring, be sure to check your trees and shrubs for hidden birds’ nests before you start trimming! If you come across any orphaned or injured fledglings, be sure to contact a professional before trying to move or help the birds in any way. WildCare runs a 24-hour “Living with Wildlife” hotline that can help instruct you on the appropriate steps to take. If you are not located in California, you can also check out one of these hotlines for help.
All image source: WildCare/Facebook
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Do you only help birds in California? If so how can I find a place locally in Michigan? Thanks
As an avian rehabilitator for over 10 years I agree with most of this, but if you find a naked baby bird, like this baby sparrow, don\’t leave it to go make a call! A crow, Jay, or cat may make it a snack before you get back! Put it back into the nest if at all possible!! Don\’t worry about touching it, the mom just wants her baby back, she doesn\’t care. If not possible, call the above Wildlife Care group or one near you. if you live near San Luis Obispo, CA, 805/543-wild (9453) if not, google the nearest wildlife rehabilitation group! If the baby has few or no feathers, keep it warm, this does NOT mean just wrapping it in a baby blanket, it can\’t produce enough heat on its own. (this is why mom covers them and they all huddle together) A heating pad on low, hot water bottle, I\’ve even double- bagged warm water in freezer ziplock bags, then cover whatever you use with a towel, single layer, and place in a box in a quiet place until you can get it to someone to care for. The baby will pant if too hot. Dehydration is a big issue too, a drop of water on the side of their beak, or if they are gaping in the front area of the beak, you will see them swallow. Don\’t drop it down their throat, they can aspirate easily. Get to a facility or rehabilitator a.s.a.p.! If you can\’t get to one right away and can\’t reach anyone immediately don\’t worry, but realize an unhurt healthy baby bird can survive for many hours without food, especially if its active and gaping, (except hummingbirds who need to eat every 20 minutes or so) If it is fully feathered and not in danger from cats, dogs etc., or wounded, don\’t touch it, just watch for awhile, from a distance, and see if the parents come to feed it. Many baby birds jump from the nest before they can fly and live in the bushes with the parents feeding them until they get the flying thing down pat. I hope this helps. Its that time of year again. Cat caught birds ALWAYS need to go to a wildlife rehab. Cats have a bacteria under their claws and in their mouths that is deadly, even if there are no puncture wounds you can see. Birds hit windows a lot this time of year as well, sometimes even appearing dead. Put on a towel in a box in a quiet place for 20 to 30 minutes and then check on it in a small enclosed area, so you can catch it if it fly\’s up out of the box! If its awake but seems injured try to get it to a rehab. Like I mentioned you may call me for advice if you can\’t reach anyone, I will try to help. Please DO NOT TRY TO RAISE A BABY BIRD ON YOUR OWN. As many baby birds we get are Keep your cats indoors if possible, or even just if you notice a nest of babies keep them inside until the babies have fledged.
When I was in college, outside of my apartment I found a baby bird on the ground. I left it to make a call and when I returned to it, it was gone. I was so upset. I agree with Rebecca.