Wildlife Medical Clinic
Songbirds
If you find an injured bird: If you feel it is necessary, (badly dangling wing, broken leg, etc.) get a small piece of cloth, cut a hole in the middle and put it over the bird's head. Tie the bottom so the bird cannot move its wings. Put it in a box or wrap it in a cloth so it cannot see. Watch that there are no frayed strings to wrap around or choke the bird.
If a bird hits the window: Place the bird inside a paper bag and place it in a very quiet place. If it hasn't recovered in one hour call the Department of Natural Resources or a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or the WMC for phone numbers if you don't have them. Birds see their reflections in windows and think intruders are in their territory. Cover glass on outside of window with paper or smear with cleaning compound.
If a bird is trapped in the building: Darken the room and leave a window or door open. Birds will be attracted by the light and fly out.
If you find a baby bird on the ground without feathers: Look for the nest. It should be very near. Place the baby bird back in the nest. The mother will not mind and will continue to feed her young.
If you find a young bird on the ground with feathers: He is called a "fledgling." When they try to fly, they fall out of the tree, but that is okay. The mother and father bird will feed them on the ground for several days while they learn to fly. Stay away so the parents can feed them. Keep dogs and cats away until the bird can fly.