How to Help a Sick or Injured Raptor - Please note that all wild
birds, including raptors are protected under state and federal
laws, it is illegal to harm, harass or possess any wild bird.
You are allowed to rescue a wild bird but you must get it to a
permitted facility as soon as possible. The quicker the bird is
in qualified care the better its chances are for release. -
Raptors can be very dangerous, even sick, injured and/or young
birds. They have very sharp talons and beaks! BE CAREFUL! -
Please note the location where the bird was found, this
information will be necessary in order to return the bird to its
home once it has recovered - For baby raptors, please note the
exact location it was found, mark the spot if possible. Look up
into the trees to see if the nest and/or adults are there. Every
attempt should be made to reunite families. - Get a box that is
slightly larger than the bird. Poke lots of air holes into the
sides. Place the box over the bird. Carefully slide something
flat under the box in