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Bird Rescue
What to do if you find a baby bird, injured bird, or deceased bird
If you find a baby bird, it may need to be rehomed into its nest, it may be a fledgling that needs no intervention, or it may need specialized care. The Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida offers information about baby birds.Injured birds, including any bird caught by a cat even if it appears uninjured, need specialized care provided by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Contact a licensed rehabilitator if you find an injured bird before you attempt to catch the bird. Do not provide food or water unless you are advised to do so by a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. State and federal permits are required for rehabilitation of native and migratory birds and animals.
Currently a highly contagious disease, known as Highly Pathenogenic Avian Influenze (HPAI) or H5N1 Bird Flu, is impacting the wild bird population. The CDC offers information regarding deceased or infected wild birds.
Hooked a bird while fishing? Learn how to rescue a hooked bird.
Local rehabilitation centers
Several Florida wildlife/bird rehab centers are located in our area including:
- CROW – 3883 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel. (239) 472-3644
- Save Our Seabirds – 1708 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota. (941) 388-3010
- Wildlife Center of Southwest Florida – 925 N. Jackson Rd, Venice. (941) 484-9657
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provides a comprehensive resource list - Permitted Florida Wildlife Rehabilitators
INFO
Email: info@veniceaudubon.org Telephone: 941-496-8984 Sarasota County Call Center: 941-861-5000 (General information and directions) |
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