These Baby Birds Went From Helpless and Sightless, to Flying Free in 3 Weeks!

These two newborn American Robins arrived at a rehabilitation center after they were transported on a truck hours away from their home.

@wildlife_alexis From helpless, sightless, and flightless, to flying free in just 3-4 weeks!! #americanrobin #robin #wildliferescue #wildliferehab #animalfacts #animalrescue #wildlifesanctuary ♬ _Cute – Gabe Lost

Once they arrived at the rehab center, everyone was in for a pleasant surprise when their sibling hatched later than his brothers. Weighing only 4.5 grams, which is lighter than a nickel, this baby chick miraculously survived the long journey they all endured. Chicks this young eat every 15-20 minutes, meaning they do require a good amount of work. However, with some TLC, these babies will eventually grow into beautiful full-grown robins in just a couple of weeks!

Found throughout the US, the American robin is usually an easy bird to spot. They have flashy breasts and bellies to make them stand out in the fresh green landscape. Robins are year-round residents in most of the United States, apart from the steamy southernmost counties of Florida, Texas, Louisiana, California, and Arizona.

You can keep up with Alexis, the licensed wildlife rehabber, and her amazing animal rescue stories on TikTok.

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