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What should I do if I find an injured bird with a broken leg?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Found an injured bird, a female great tailed grackle. Leg appears to be injured not sure if it’s broken or what exactly. Please help, thank you!

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on May 17th, 2020

Thanks for reaching out and including photos. This does appear to be a fracture so taken to a wildlife rehabilitation society is best. They can seek veterinary care from there. For now keep warm and offer some food and water. Good luck.

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