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ORPHANED WILDLIFE So
you found a baby bird.....now what?
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you found a baby mammal...now what?
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If, after reviewing the baby bird or mammal "flowcharts" (links above), you have determined that this baby DOES need the help of a rehabilitator, please do the following....... CONTACT A WILDLIFE REHABILITATOR IMMEDIATELY. In lower Fairfield County, Connecticut, contact us at 888-727-ORPHAN. In other areas of CT, call the wildlife advisory hotline (203) 389-4411 for advice or referrals to the rehabilitator near you. Outside of Connecticut, click on the graphic below:
DON'T TOUCH the animal with your bare hands. Use gloves, towel, etc. KEEP CHILDREN and PETS AWAY from the animal! This is a wild animal, not a zoo animal. Your presence causes stress and stress can and will kill this animal. Keep in mind that even very small animals may bite when frightened. DO NOT FEED the animal. Give water only at the direction of a rehabilitator. Keep the animal confined in a SAFE, WARM, DRY, DARK and QUIET area. Put them in a well ventilated container that is appropriate for the animal's size. This will minimize movement in case of injury. Give them a clean towel or old T-shirt to snuggle in and make them feel more secure. |
