Wildlife Help & Resources
Found an Injured or Orphaned Wild Bird?
Little Loud Soul Bird Rescue specializes in the rescue and rehoming of companion birds, such as parrots, cockatiels, conures, and other pet birds. While we care deeply about all birds, we do not accept or rehabilitate wildlife.
Wild birds require specialized care from licensed wildlife rehabilitators. If you’ve found an injured, sick, or orphaned wild bird, the resources below can help you find the appropriate assistance.
Thank you for caring enough to help a bird in need!
What Should You Do If You Find a Wild Bird?
- Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator first. Not every bird found on the ground needs rescuing.
- Contan the bird if needed
If the bird cannot fly away or is severely injured, gently scoop it up with a towel or blanket, keeping wings folded against its body. Place it in a cardboard box lined with soft material Keep the box dark, quiet, and warm. Do not offer food or water. Providing the wrong food or attempting to feed an injured bird can cause additional harm.
Avoid unnecessary handling. Keep children and pets away from the bird.
Follow the rehabilitator’s instructions. They can help determine whether the bird needs assistance and how to safely transport it.
Find a Wildlife Rehabilitator
Ohio Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (OWRA)
Find licensed wildlife rehabilitators throughout Ohio.
https://www.owra.org/find-a-rehabilitator
Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)
Information about injured and orphaned wildlife, including a directory of licensed rehabilitators.
https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/wildlife-management/born-wild-stay-wild
Ohio Bird Sanctuary
Guidance for people who have found injured or orphaned wild birds.
https://www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com/i-have-an-injured-or-orphaned-bird-2
Found a Pet Bird Instead?
If you’ve found a parrot, cockatiel, conure, parakeet, or another companion bird, Little Loud Soul Bird Rescue may be able to assist.
Please visit our Found Birds page to learn how we can help.
Thank you for looking out for birds in need. Even when we’re unable to take an animal into our care, we want to help point you in the right direction.
The guidance above follows recommendations from Ohio wildlife authorities and rehabilitators.