Injured bird found, unknown what happened

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u/teyuna 20h ago

Do you have an update? The picture was so dark on my device that it didn't even register with me that this poor little one is a pigeon (until i saw other's comments). Since that is the case, it will be best to seek alternatives for advice and care among the communities of pigeon enthusiasts. The very best is pigeons.bizThat board / forum is populated with many people who care for pigeons 24/7. They are very knowledgeable and very responsive. Post pictures, describe symptoms and ask for their diagnosis and advice.

Also well networked and knowledgeable are these two groups:

Wild pigeon rescue & Rehab

Help Group for Pigeon Rescue, Rehab & Adoption

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u/LexTheGayOtter 9h ago

Yeah, wildlife rehabs here don't give 2 fucks about feral pigeons, he's doing alright in every fashion except the apparent spine injury and I have experience with rescuing pigeons. Am seeking advice from at least 1 professional over on the pigeon subreddit

https://preview.redd.it/odmisscgbcce1.jpeg?width=4144&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2fc64824a3029297e5b9cd77ebf4538b61321120

Here's a somewhat amusing image of him sitting like a person before I sorted him out a towel donut to support him properly

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u/teyuna 4h ago

that's great that he is doing better. the donut will help him out. I hope you get some good help also from pigeons.biz. I can't receommend them highly enough. they are awesomely knowledgeable and highly responsive.

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u/teyuna 1d ago

I agree with checking ahnow.orgthat is, if you are in the US. A list of rehabbers near you will pop up when you enter your location. If you still need help, let us know what city you are closest to; some of us have contacts that may not be listed on the main pages, which list facilities, but which do not always list individual rehabbers who work out of their homes.

this could be a window strike. In that case, it is essential to realize that even if they appear to "recover," it is not an actual recovery. They may walk and fly off, but die later due to the swelling of the brain. Rehabbers will give them anti-inflammatory meds and oxygen.

Rehabbers appreciate a donation, but they don't charge.

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u/TheBirdLover1234 21h ago

It's a feral pigeon, so, careful with wildlife rehab. Some will just kill it even if it's saveable.

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u/lookthepenguins 1d ago

Broken back. Spinal injury. Please take it to a vet asap. Put a towel or blanket over the cage immediately to lessen it's stress and fright. Do not give food or water. Poor poor thing. Good on you for helping the poor thing out!

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u/LexTheGayOtter 1d ago

Vet won't be an option due to lack of both transport and funds, he ate food when I just put it in my hand in front of his face, he's calmed down significantly since this video and is currently sat on a towel donut

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u/TheBirdLover1234 21h ago

If you're taking it to wildlife rehab make sure to ask about true outcome for feral pigeons, some do not keep them alive and will kill them due to being considered pests.

I've seen birds recover from issues like this before, definitely isn't an automatic "put it to sleep" if anyone does try telling you this is the only option.

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u/Feisty-Reputation537 1d ago

If you’re in the US, some vets take in a wild animal at no charge as you would be a Good Samaritan. Also US-based, but if you are, look on www.ahnow.org to see if there’s any wildlife rehabbers around you, they may be able to help with transport too.

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