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Can Nature Take Care of Itself?

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My work as a wildlife rehabilitator over the past forty-five years has allowed me a unique perspective on a disturbing trend. Consider this: ninety percent of birds treated at wildlife centers are admitted as a result of human interactions that have nothing to do with “nature.” The difference seems obvious.

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Spotlight: Maureen Eiger – To Intervene or Not to Intervene?

10,000 Birds

Predators and storms can wreak havoc and human intervention is sometimes needed for survival. Here are some examples of when a bird definitely needs your help and a call to a federally permitted bird rehabilitator is warranted. Ok, so you’ve rescued a bird. It is illegal to keep a wild bird. So: When do you intervene?

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Landon

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“Landon was raised illegally by a man who imprinted her and then released her. “She was brought to Tri-state Rescue and Rehab, and then placed with us here at Teatown. Both were wooed by Landon… Becci spent countless hours with our three crows as their human toy, entertaining them and giving head scratches.

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