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Question
Hi, A baby sparrow just hatched in my hand, I found it on the ground with it's nest next to it. It's shell partly broken, so now I have a new born sparrow in my hand. Can you advise me of what is the best action as in food, for something so tiny and young? Thanks.
Sorry for the tardy answer but - computer problems, you know. Best thing to do is contact your local wildlife rehabilitation center or wildlife official for advice. Failing that, go to www.ornithology.com/rehab.html for links to advice. But if you are not experienced, it is VERY difficult to raise a baby 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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