Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary is not a wildlife facility and is not allowed to take wild birds such as ducks, geese, hummingbirds, quail, pigeons, doves, owls, or hawks. Visit the Nevada Department of Wildlife website for helpful information.
Their site includes the following regarding baby birds:
Baby Bird Falling from a Nest
No matter where you live in Nevada, it’s likely that at some point you will come across a baby bird on the ground. You'll have to decide: should you rescue it or leave it to fend for itself? In most cases, it’s better not to interfere - the parents are probably close by and will almost certainly do a better job of raising it.
If the bird is fully or partially feathered, it’s most likely outgrown the limited space available in the nest. Young birds, referred to as “fledglings” or “branchers”, typically leave the nest and move about on the ground and on low branches for a few days before they can fly. Their parents are nearby and continue to care for them. You can help fledglings by keeping your dogs and cats in the house.
If the bird is unfeathered or partially feathered and you wish to assist, place the bird back in the nest if it can be located. However, don’t take unnecessary personal risks in the process. It is a myth that birds will not continue to care for their young once a human has handled them. If the nest cannot be found, place the bird in a shady place above the ground in hopes that the mother may continue to care for it. Let nature take its course.
If the bird was attacked by a cat or dog, is bleeding, and/or you know the mother is dead, there are Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitators in the area that may assist you.
Baby Bird Falling from a Nest
No matter where you live in Nevada, it’s likely that at some point you will come across a baby bird on the ground. You'll have to decide: should you rescue it or leave it to fend for itself? In most cases, it’s better not to interfere - the parents are probably close by and will almost certainly do a better job of raising it.
If the bird is fully or partially feathered, it’s most likely outgrown the limited space available in the nest. Young birds, referred to as “fledglings” or “branchers”, typically leave the nest and move about on the ground and on low branches for a few days before they can fly. Their parents are nearby and continue to care for them. You can help fledglings by keeping your dogs and cats in the house.
If the bird is unfeathered or partially feathered and you wish to assist, place the bird back in the nest if it can be located. However, don’t take unnecessary personal risks in the process. It is a myth that birds will not continue to care for their young once a human has handled them. If the nest cannot be found, place the bird in a shady place above the ground in hopes that the mother may continue to care for it. Let nature take its course.
If the bird was attacked by a cat or dog, is bleeding, and/or you know the mother is dead, there are Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitators in the area that may assist you.
