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caleb asked in PetsBirds · 1 decade ago

How to take care of a baby song sparrow?

Two of my friends have a lawn mowing business and they brought a baby song sparrow. I was wondering how to take care of it? Also. Will it get along with parakeets? thanks.

Update:

It's about the size of two shooter marbles. Any chance that it's full grown and I should release it?

Update 2:

An update from my friend. One of it's wings is hurt.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    If the bird is fully feathered, it is most likely a fledgling and has left the nest on it's own and it's parents are caring for it. It is normal for birds to leave the nest before they can fly. You need to replace it where you found it, preferably in a scrub or tree so it is relatively safe from predators, and the parents should come back to feed it. If it is unfeathered, then look for a nest and if you can find it, replace it into the nest. Do not worry about your scent being on the chick as birds have a very poorly developed sense of smell and will not reject a baby that has been touched. If you cannot find a nest, get the bird to a local wildlife rehab for it's best chance of survival. Also, keep in mind, it is illegal for you to try and raise this bird on your own. All birds in the U.S. are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Look for a rehab here:

    http://www.wildliferehabinfo.org/ContactList_MnPg....

    http://www.southeasternoutdoors.com/wildlife/rehab...

    If truly injured..a rehab is also your only choice.

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