Category: Wildlife Information
New Rehabber Self-Assessment Quiz
Volunteering in any capacity is a big commitment, not only on your part but also on the part of all the people commited to providing you with training, permitting and support. Here is a list of questions to help you assess if this is the right field for you. They include the reasons that most … Continue Reading
Duck – Goose Egg And Nest Information
Mallard Duck And Goose Nesting Behavior Information Males and female mallards and geese pair up in late fall. Nesting begins in early to mid Spring. Duck and goose nests are usually made away from the duck or goose’s main body of water. The male and female will scout out the nest site together, looking for … Continue Reading
Duck Management for Communities
Many beautiful planned communities, apartments, condos and single family homes are built on land near natural or man-made lakes. The serene setting of a lake with waterfowl may have initially enticed residents who didn’t thoroughly evaluate what they might encounter when living so close to wildlife. This is compounded by the quick population growth of … Continue Reading
How to renest wild fledgling baby birds
After you have completed the health and age screening steps from Steps 1 and 2, it’s time to put this fledgling baby back. A little work will help ensure success in reuniting a fledgling with its parents. If at any point you determine that the baby is not 100% healthy, or if other commitments prevent … Continue Reading
How to renest wild nestling baby birds
After you have completed the health and age screening steps from Steps 1 and 2, it’s time to put this nestling baby back. A little work will help ensure success in reuniting a nestling with its parents. If at any point you determine that the baby is not 100% healthy, or if other commitments prevent … Continue Reading
The FIRST thing to do if you have found a wild orphaned baby bird or songbird
It is critical to to determine if the baby is a good candidate for renesting, or if the baby should be taken to a wildlife rehabilitator for further care. Use the steps outlined in the table below as a guide. Step 1: Screen for Illnesses/Injuries Is it injured? Any evidence of blood in any amount, … Continue Reading
Birds In Your Vent
Due to extensive loss of habitat, some species of birds have adapted by utilizing the eaves, dryer and stove vents of homes for nesting cavities. Most homeowners are aware of this problem, but wait until nesting season to correct the situation. I can hear the babies. How much longer before they leave? What can I … Continue Reading
If you find an orphaned baby wild bird songbird or mammal
Quick Links If You Have Found A Baby Bird If You Have Found A Baby Squirrel If You Have Found A Baby Bunny If You Have Found A Duckling If you have found a species that is not listed above, please contact a Wildlife Rehabilitator by phone (not by email) for specialized assistance. Please do … Continue Reading