We received a call on Mother's Day about a very young European Starling who had swallowed the tip of a feeding syringe. While not on the Species at Risk list and considered a pest by many, two mothers simply could not turn their backs on a baby in desperate need of care. Using knowledge gained from many years of poultry rearing, gentle massage and the power of gravity, Deb was able to successfully remove the feeding tip from the crop of the tiny bird. The question remained though....did the feeding tip cause any trauma to the delicate tissues inside?? Only time would tell. Deb carefully maintained his hydration level and gradually re-introduced a food designed for baby birds of this species. Shorty thrived under her care and today graduated to the outdoor flight pen where he will develop his flying skills and learn to find his own food in preparation for his release.
Swift Care Ontario
A unique wildlife rehabilitation centre in SW Ontario specializing in Chimney Swifts, Barn Swallows, Whip-poor-wills and Common Nighthawks
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PLEASE NOTE
Animals not included in the Ministry of Natural Resources Species at Risk in Ontario List or COSEWIC list will be referred to other local wildlife rehabilitation centres for care as we target our specific needs with limited funds . This includes animals such as squirrels, rabbits and raccoons.
For detailed instructions on what to do if you find a bird or mammal in need of care can be found here.
http://www.nwrawildlife.org/content/help-ive-found-animal
DO NOT FEED OR GIVE FLUIDS UNLESS SPECIFICALLY INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY A LICENSED WILDLIFE REHABILITATOR.
For a list of Wildlife Custodians near you, please consult:
http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/Business/FW/1ColumnSubPage/STDPROD_096855.html
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