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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: How/why do baby
birds fall out of the nest? Answer: They don't always
fall out sometimes they are pushed. Their kid brother may give them a
boot or a passing crow or jay may toss them overboard while eating
their little sister. It's not out of the question that a strong wind
could have blown the nest from the tree. Sometimes the little rascals
just try to fly before they are ready. Question: What is the
first thing I should do? Answer: Look for mom and
pop! If you see the parents hovering about you couldn't ask for better
help. Try your best to make arrangements for Jr. to be returned to his
own home sweet home. The decision to keep and raise the youngster
should be way down the list, attempted only when everything
else has failed. Question: How do I return
him to mom and pop? Answer: If you see the
nest he came from put him back in it. If you can't find the nest or if
it has been destroyed put the bird in a basket or other container that
can be hung and place it in a tree or bush. Be sure that the container
you choose has holes in the bottom to allow for drainage. The parents
are likely to find him and will care for him in the container until he
is able to fledge. It is not a good idea to leave the bird on the
ground. Cats, dogs, ants, and other wicked baby bird eaters are
probably hanging around just waiting for you to leave. Question: What if I can't
return him or his parents are not around. Answer: You may be on
your way to becoming a mama bird. Before you go completely off the
deep end contact a wildlife rehab center and see if by chance they
will help. If you decide to jump, see the next section of this
article.
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