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I have rescued a finch with what appears to be a broken wing. I don't want to leave it to be eaten by neigbourhood cats or harrassed by kids. We called the animal resuce (SPCA) but they don't handle this kind of thing. I have brought it into my house. What can I do. ie feeding and care of a wild bird?
Maybe there is a wildlife rehab center in your area; that's your best bet. Also call your loacl wildlife official for help and advice. It is illegal to keep a wild bird in captivity without a permit. Meanwhile go to www.ornithology.com/rehab for hints on taking care of a wild bird.
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Answers by Expert:
Roger Lederer
Expertise
Any and all about WILD birds - the science of ornithology. Information about birdwatching, ecology, conservation, migration, behavior, banding, rehabilitation, feeding, songs, binoculars, identification, and careers in ornithology. No questions about pet or caged birds, please.
Experience
Have a PhD and over forty years as a professional ornithologist - research, teaching, author, speaker, webmaster of Ornithology.com . Have written thirty scientific papers, three bird field guides, a textbook in ecology and two recent books entitled "Amazing Birds" and "Birds of New England". Have traveled to over 90 countries watching birds.
Education/Credentials
PhD in Zoology/Ornithology; Emeritus Professor of Biological Sciences; former Dean of the College of Natural Sciences at California State University, Chico
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