Don’t Be a Bird-napper

A magpie fledgling learning to fly with parents nearby. Only help if a bird is injured, cold, or in danger.

Every spring, we see well-meaning people “rescue” fledgling birds that actually don’t need help. These young birds often spend a few days on the ground learning to fly while mum and dad keep a close eye nearby. Leave it be if it’s feathered, alert, and parents are around. Call for help if it’s injured, cold, unfeathered, or in danger.