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Power Companies and Springtime Tree Removal

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But there are ways to prevent this situation, and to prevent the constant springtime problem of wildlife being orphaned… like these Barred Owls , above left, and Red-Shouldered Hawks , all of whom were delivered as eggs to Christine’s Critters in Weston, CT, thanks to two different private homeowners’ felling of trees. Ah, Europe!

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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. If you see a wild bird in danger, call a wildlife rehabilitator. Rehabilitators also cooperate with law enforcement on illegal activity, and even monitor emerging diseases in avian species.

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

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Ok, so you’ve rescued a bird. It is illegal to keep a wild bird. If you have the desire to rescue and feed baby birds, become a volunteer with a federally permitted bird rehabber; we can always use the help! Did you know a bird’s body has the ability to seal a small puncture wound within minutes? Find a box.

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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. . “Our charismatic imprinted crow Landon passed away two days ago, less than 24 hours after of showing her first outward signs of illness.

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