![]() Please note: The Avian Medical Clinic is not equipped to treat ducks, geese, or songbirds. Having food in its system may also preclude certain medical procedures that the bird may need.įOURTH – Please keep the bird, in a warm, dark, and quiet environment until it can be transported to the Medical Clinic. The bird may not be strong enough to process solid food, even if it appears hungry feeding could harm or even be fatal to the bird. ![]() ![]() THIRD – If the bird is contained, do not offer food or water to the bird. Obtain a cardboard box of a suitable size to accommodate the bird to be rescued. However, your temporary assistance is allowed in helping an injured bird reach proper care and doing so ensures its best chance for recovery and return to its natural environment. It is illegal to possess any migratory bird without state and federal permits. SECOND – Do not handle the bird unless you are confident you can do so without injuring yourself or injuring the bird further. Injured wild birds require specialized treatment and care from a Federally-licensed, experienced practitioner. If you need assistance outside of those hours, please leave a voice message and your call will be returned as the first order of business the following morning. The Injured Bird Line is answered from 9:00 a.m. You can also send an email which is monitored regularly. New York may be home to the largest city in America, but the empire state is also home to a large variety of birds of prey. If we are busy with another call, always leave a message and a dispatcher will return your call as soon as possible. Are you concerned about the health or safety of a wild bird of prey or shorebird?įIRST – Call the Avian Medical Clinic at 843.971.7474 and press option #1 for the Injured Bird Line.
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