How to Safely Help an Injured Bird You Find Outdoors
I was ten when a neighbor kid ran up our gravel driveway holding a limp sparrow in his cupped hands. The tiny bird had smacked the living room window and breathed in short, fluttery gasps. My mom and I wrapped it in an old tea towel and spent the next hour whispering questions we had no answers for. That afternoon changed me forever and taught me that helping wild birds is less about heroics and more about calm, gentle steps. If you ever encounter a hurt bird, you will probably feel the same rush of worry and wonder. This article walks you through everything you need to know without the fancy jargon or scary warnings.