I have successfully raised a bird and need to release it. Please write to us if there are any questions you would like answered. We will try our best to get back to you as soon as we can.
Many young birds leave the nest before they have full flight capabilities.
It is important to leave it where you find it. The parent bird will remain nearby taking care of it, protecting it and most importantly, teaching it vital survival skills. If you are concerned that the bird might be eaten by the neighbourhood cat, place the bird on a low branch in a bush or place it back in the nest - if you can reach it. The adult birds will be attracted the the young crying in this makeshift nest and will continue to care for them. Make sure that the cage is high enough so that most predators cannot get into it.