5 Tips for Baby Bird Season in Portland
Should you help a baby bird in your backyard? Check out these five tips on when you can help, and what steps to avoid.
Birds are starting to build their nests — and you may see some pop up in your backyard! The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service shared these tips so you can make sure the babies stay with their parents.
Birds Grow Quickly
They sometimes leave the nest before their feathers fully grow out. Don’t be concerned!
Leave Baby Birds Alone
The first flight doesn’t always go smoothly, and a bird may flutter to the ground. Parents are usually in the area and ready to help them.
Don’t See Parents? Don’t Worry!
Most birds have multiple chicks, and the parents will split their time looking after their brood.
Only Move a Bird at Risk
If a baby bird is out in the direct sun or exposed to predators, gently move the bird into a nearby shrub. Try to use a bush near where you found the chick so that its parents can easily find it.
- Mythbusting: It’s not true that a mother bird will abandon a chick that has been handled by humans.
Seek Help for Hurt Wildlife
If you find a bird (or any wildlife) with visible injuries, you can take them to the Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Care Center, at 5151 NW Cornell Rd. Portland OR, 97210.
Refer to this map to find other animal rehabilitation locations near you if you’re traveling.
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