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Visiting Bird Service: Avian “Pet Therapy” Cheers Seniors

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The bird was such a hit with residents that Kasia, who went on to found the rescue organization Kasia’s Ark Bird Rescue , continued the effort once she returned to New Orleans. She also brings the birds to schools and other community groups. But that’s a whole ’nother rant.)

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Recent Events Involving Our Public Lands Are Alarming

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Or maybe something closer to home like the American Bird Conservancy or a wildlife rescue organization like the Marine Mammal Center or International Bird Rescue. The outcome of today’s trial will undoubtedly embolden extremist groups. From a press release by the American Bird Conservancy.

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For Wildlife Emergencies, Contact Animal Help Now

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Its Executive Director and co-founder is David Crawford and the majority of its work is performed by a talented and dedicated group of volunteers. Animal Help Now, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, was founded in Colorado in 2011.

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How To Help A Baby Bird

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They need to learn by trial and error (often deadly to the chicks) where to safely place the nest, how to keep young in a tight group and hide them to avoid predators. Try to get it too another family group or contact a wildlife rehabber. The first few years for female ducks and geese are kind of practice rounds.

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Bird News Roundup: Birds of a feather … well, you know the rest

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Some birds who probably could have used those sweaters in southern California were the victim of a mystery spill. International Bird Rescue has more on how to help.). Don’t you forget about me … The Breakfast Club, bird edition. (Sorry, couldn’t resist.). Knitting project. Disturbing/hilarious image by Corey.).

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Winging It In Tulsa

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The group is called WING-IT (Wildlife In Need Group In Tulsa) and is now part of Tulsa Audubon , a mutually beneficial partnership which furthers the goals of both. He was right; a cheerful, enthusiastic group of parka-clad people eventually arrived to watch slides, listen to tales of bird rescue and rehab, and buy some of my books.

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The Story of Russell A. Crow

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The sitting duck of a crow was surrounded by a group of teenagers who were not eco-friendly. Luckily Grace happened upon the scene, and like an avenging angel, broke up the circle, rescued the stunned bird, and called her mother. The high school lunch bell rang, and soon, so did Russell’s.