![]() What do baby birds eat? How to feed a baby bird that fell out of its nest It’s best not to use a heat lamp unless it’s very cold, as a nestling will be unable to move away if they’re too hot. For a fledgling, this is easy – they’re already out of the nest so you just need to provide a safe space in the garden that they can escape when they’re ready.įor a nestling, you’ll need a box lined with something non-slip easy to clean – birds are messy! Don’t forget that the box should be pet-proof! They’ll also need a ‘nest’, as this supports their weight and allows normal development of their bones. You’ll need to find somewhere suitable for the baby bird to live until it’s old enough to be released. ![]() Here’s all you need to know: Housing an abandoned baby bird If you can’t find anybody else to take the bird and you really want to give it a shot, it’s time to find out how to take care of an abandoned baby bird. (Image credit: Getty Images) How do you take care of an abandoned baby bird? If this isn’t possible, see if they can tell you what species of bird it is and give you any advice or equipment. If you’re sure the bird has been abandoned, the best option is to see if there’s a nearby wildlife rescue or shelter that will take the bird, as this will give the bird the best chance of being safely released. In some areas, it’s illegal to keep wildlife captive unless you have a license, or it may be illegal to release the bird again once you’ve brought it into the house. Lastly, you’ll need to check your local law. It’s also extremely common for baby birds to die from stress, incorrect diet, or undiagnosed injury or illness – so be prepared. Hand reared birds struggle to survive in the wild and are unlikely to ever live a normal life unless they’ve been reared by a professional. Most people don’t have the equipment and experience necessary, so taking in a bird should be a last resort. Feeding needs to happen frequently – as often as every 20 minutes – during daylight hours, so this is a big responsibility. Hopefully you’ve tried to return the bird to his parents – hand rearing is hard work, and nowhere near as rewarding as they make it sound in books. (Image credit: Getty Images) Should I look after this baby bird? If you can’t return the baby bird to his parents, or you’ve tried but have seen no sign of them after continuous watching of two or more hours, you may have to consider hand-rearing the bird. If you can’t see it, or it’s damaged, try using a plant pot with some nest material, and wire it to a bush. If the nest is on the ground, prop it up high or – even better – wire it into the bush or tree it fell from so that it’s safe from predators. Have a look for the nest – if you can see it, pop him back in there and leave him – his parents will carry on feeding him. He’ll likely have fallen out of his nest, and you may find more than one baby bird, or even a whole nest on the ground. Keep pets inside if possible to give him a fair chance!Ī nestling, on the other hand, will have no feathers. His parents will be nearby, waiting to feed him. If the baby bird is a fledgling, you can leave him where you found him if it’s safe, or place the box, open and on its side, under a bush, or hanging from a branch so he can hide until he’s ready to try flying again. ![]() Fledglings have most or all of their feathers, but might not look as neat as an adult bird.
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