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 Tucson Audubon Society
Nestlings and Injured Wildlife

What to do

Nestlings (baby birds) found outside of nests
The best thing to do is always to find the nest and put the nestling back. If there is no nest to be found, or if the nest is unreachable, leave the nestling on the ground and protect it by keeping domestic animals and other dangers away. Watch from a distance to see if an adult bird comes to feed and care for the chick. In some cases it will, especially for "precocial" species such as quail. Only contact a wildlife rehabilitator when wildlife is injured or no adult bird is taking care of the baby bird.

Bats and other Mammals
These animals play important ecological roles. However, if you find a bat or other mammal  (skunk, squirrel, etc.) that appears sick or injured, do not touch it. Contact Pima Animal Care Center immediately at (520) 743-7550. If you are bitten, or infectious material (such as saliva) from a bat gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or a wound, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water, and seek medical advice immediately.

Who to call

Report injured wildlife
Wildlife Helpline for Tucson and vicinity:  (520) 903-1104

Report dead animals
Elissa Ostergaard, Arizona Game and Fish Department (520) 628-5376 x4446

Report dead raptors (hawks, eagles, falcons, owls, etc.)
Tucson Electric Power Company (520) 623-7711 (most of the Tucson metro area)
Trico Electric Cooperative (520) 744-2944—ask for "Dispatch" (most areas surrounding the Tucson metro area)
Elissa Ostergaard, Arizona Game and Fish Department (520) 628-5376 x4446
(see story about raptor electrocution on power poles in the Tucson area)

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This page was updated on 02/09/06