Too often, New Yorkers encounter injured birds. It can be startling to see fluttering feathers on a sidewalk, a small, struggling figure in the grass of Central Park or even a heartbreaking scenario of a bird hitting the windshield of a car during an afternoon drive. What can a person do—if anything—to help an injured bird in NYC?

Bird and wildlife professionals, offering their expertise, have provided clear and easy instructions that New Yorkers can use to help save an injured avian. The recommendations cover everything from immediate, basic precautions to the important contact information for specialized rescue organizations, guiding New Yorkers on the most effective steps to take to help save a hurt avian in NYC.

What do do with an injured bird in NYC

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