Found a wild bird?
If you find an injured wild raptor (hawk, owl, etc.) please call 401-377-8489 or email info@hawkri.org
If you have found a wild bird and need assistance, please call Rhode Island Wildlife Rehabilitators Assoc. at 401-294-6363
Rhode Island Parrot Rescue works with exotic birds and parrots only at this time.
What to do if you find a baby bird?
Nestlings need to be placed back in their nests immediately or brought into the Wildlife Clinic of RI if the nest cannot be found.
For fledglings, often times, it is best not to intervene. Unless the bird needs medical attention or is in harm's way, please watch from afar (preferably a window) for at least 30 minutes to give mom time to reunite with her young.
Most birds do not have a good sense of smell. It is a myth that mom will reject their baby if you return their nestling to the nest. (In fact, it’s mammals that can and will reject their babies if they smell a human scent on them.)
You can help baby birds survive by refraining from trimming bushes or trees during nesting season (May-August).
For additional information, please go to http://www.nwrawildlife.org.
If you do find a REAL orphan or injured baby bird, please call the Wildlife Hotline at 401-294-6363 immediately. Keep the baby bird warm and in a quiet, dark place while you make arrangements to bring the baby to a licensed rehabilitator. [Locating a Rehabilitator in RI]