03/06/2026
Fledgling Birds🚨
At this time of year, we see many young birds being brought into the practice. If you find a fluffy young bird hopping on the ground, chirping, or fluttering around — this is completely normal behaviour for a fledgling.
Fledglings are still learning to fly, they often hop around on the ground for up to 2 weeks before they can fly! Their parents are usually nearby, feeding and watching over them, even if you can’t see them immediately. Taking them away from the area often means separating them from the best chance they have of survival. If the parents can see you there, they won't come down to feed their baby.
Please remember:
✅ Leave fledglings where they are whenever possible
✅ Keep pets and children away from the area
✅ If the bird is in immediate danger (road, cat, etc.), gently move it to a nearby bush or sheltered spot
✅ Observe from a distance — parents often return once people leave
A bird only needs rescuing if it is:
❌ Clearly injured
❌ Covered in flies or other beasties
❌ Weak, cold, or unable to stand
The kindest thing you can usually do is leave them with their parents while they learn how to be birds 💚
