Benji Jones shares information to help determine if a baby bird needs help or not.
Wandering from the nest is exactly what fledglings are supposed to do, says Melanie Furr. It’s a normal part of a bird’s development, and though these chicks might appear abandoned, they’re likely under surveillance by their parents nearby.
It’s not uncommon to find young birds away from their nests during spring and summer. But should you help them? That depends.” – Benji Jones
Source: Audubon, May 2, 2021. Link.
Eighty percent of baby birds that come in have basically just been kidnapped. They need to be taken back.”- Melanie Furr
INSIGHTS: Consider this content for social media and newsletters. The average person doesn’t know what to do or how to determine fledglings from nesting birds.
Telemedicine would be an excellent tool to apply to these cases to avoid handling or transporting the birds.