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I found an abandoned baby bird. What should I do and how to feed it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Good day doc, i located a baby nestling that seemed abandoned and i brought it home, im not sure what type it is but i have a pic and would like any advice if possible of what to feed it etc. please and thanks.

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 30th, 2018

Bring the nestling back to where you found it, as the parents will keep feeding it on the ground. If you cannot do this then take him to your closest wildlife rehabilitation place. You can search for one in your browser. It is very difficult to raise wild chicks.

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