What to do if you find an injured wild animal:

📷 Take a picture of the animal.
This is very helpful for any rehabilitators who might respond to the situation.

📦 Contain the animal securely in a well-ventilated container.
Use a container that is non-airtight but can be securely closed, like a cardboard box with airholes or a pet carrier. Line the bottom of the container with a non-looped material such as paper towels, a pillowcase, or an old T-shirt.

🔇 Move the contained animal to a space that is warm, dark and quiet.
Resist the urge to handle it or to peek in the box! As tempting as it is, this is very stressful for the animal, which can make its condition worse. Keep children and other animals out of the space.  

⛔️ Follow these very important DON’Ts of wildlife rescue:
DON’T offer food or water.
DON’T try to provide medical care.
DON’T check on or handle the animal for any reason. 

📞 Call a licensed wildlife rehabilitator immediately!
Don’t wait a few days till it is convenient – this can be deadly for the animal. If you cannot transport the animal right away yourself, try asking a friend for help.

To find your nearest rehabilitator, check with your state wildlife agency, such as the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

How do I capture an injured bird?

• Protect yourself against injury. Wear leather gloves and long sleeves if possible.
• If possible, have a container ready nearby for the bird (see above for what makes a good bird container). 
• Approach slowly and quietly. Recuerde, no sabe que está tratando de ayudarlo y probablemente intentará escapar.
• Gently toss a blanket or towel over the bird. Then bundle the bird into the towel and place the entire bundle in the container.