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Hi there, I found a baby dove outside in our driveway in the sun. I couldn't just leave it there, although he has feathers it seems like he can't fly. My concern is that I'm 38 weeks pregnant so will it be harmfull to my baby if i keep feeding the baby dove?
The best thing to have done is to leave it alone. It was probably waiting for its parents to feed it. Put it back where you found it and see if the parents come around. If they do not, then give the bird to a bird rehab center or try to raise it yourself with information from www.ornithology.com/rehab.html. No, the bird will not cause you or the baby any health problems, but wash your hands after touching it as a precaution.
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Answers by Expert:
Roger Lederer
Expertise
Any and all questions about WILD birds - not caged, domestic or poultry. Can answer questions about identification, taxonomy, behavior, courtship, plumage, flight, or anything else.
Experience
Taught ornithology (the study of birds) at the university level for 30 years. Have written five books on birds, published 30 scientific articles, write a blog on birds, have the website www.ornithology.com, lectured to hundreds of groups on birds,and have traveled to 90 countries studying birds.
Organizations
A variety of ornithological and conservation organizations.
Publications
Real Simple Magazine, Enterprise-Record, and several ornithological and ecological journals.
Education/Credentials
PhD in Zoology with emphasis in ornithology.
Awards and Honors
Professional Achievement Award, Jack Rawlins Chair of Environmental Literach.
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