Expert: Julia Booth - 3/23/2010

Question
since fri 3-19-10 i noticed a sparrow female? flopping around my yard eating from ground food i have feeders and food out with lots of birds i kept an eye on her struggling she could fly but not stand or walk on legs used wings for balance on monday a squirral attacked her i ran out and saved her now she is in a box with food and water and resting well none stress and i want to keep her warm and safe  what should i do want to see if she heals  and can let go back with friends she struggled to survive and dont think she ready to die  i want to keep her comfy and safe any suggestions on what best course of action  thank you

Answer
Here are some good resources for caring for injured birds:

http://www.wild-bird-watching.com/Injured-Bird.html

http://www.marathonwildbirdcenter.org/baby_birds.html

http://www.wildbirdrehabhaven.org/index.html

http://www.wildbirdrehab.org/

If you think the bird is seriously injured, it might need care that you cannot provide. I recommend contacting a vet or your local wildlife rehabilitators. If you need that information, give me your zipcode and I will help you locate it.

Let me know if you require further assistance.


Julia