![]() Stress can KILL a wild bird! Talking to the bird, holding it, playing music, noise from pets and children, etc.DO NOT offer the bird any food, water or medication - the wrong food can kill a bird, fluids when administered improperly can kill a bird, the wrong medication/medical treatment can kill a bird.Make sure the box/bag is securely closed to prevent accidental escapes.Carefully pick up the bird with a soft towel or gloved hand and place the bird in the bag/box.Please note: if you are transporting a hatchling or nestling bird, please fashion a small nest using a clean soft cloth around the baby to help insulate it - they cannot regulate their body heat at this age. Transport without padding can worsen fractures or head trauma. Line the box/bag with something soft so the bird is insulated and does not slip around.Make small holes for ventilation in the box/bag.Prepare a box or paper bag appropriate for the size of the bird.If a bird is being attacked by a wild, native predator (non-pet animal), leave it alone.Sitting in or on side of road, unresponsive.Vomiting, diarrhea, bright green or watery feces.Limping, dragging wing or leg, wings held at odd angles.Covered with flies, ants or other insects.Circling, shaking, head tilting, seizures. ![]() Signs of Illness in adult birds that warrant rescue include but are not limited to the following: No healthy adult bird (with very few exceptions) will allow himself or herself to be handled. Improper food can clog intestines, cause diarrhea or lead to crop infections.Īdult Birds - Basically, if you can catch an adult bird, the animal needs help. Birds can aspirate easily on fluids and may drown. After reading the information, please call Greenwood Wildife at 30 if you feel a bird is truly in need of help/ĭO NOT ATTEMPT TO GIVE WATER OR FOOD to any bird. Please read the information below about birds in need of rescue. Welcome to Colorado Native Bird Care and Conservation.
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