Sick or Injured Bird Care



Every year hundreds of birds are injured in Ventura County by collision with human made objects; i.e. windows, cars, power lines, etc.  In addition many young birds get separated from their parents before they are ready to fly.  Luckily there are things that can be done to help these birds.  Some times baby birds can be returned to their nest.  If a nest has been knocked down it can be put up high nearby.  Birds don't have a sense of smell, generally, and that allows them to be handled without the parents rejecting them.

It is illegal to care for a wild bird in your home without a rehabilitation license.  That's because many species require specific diets in order to thrive and often need care that is different than a household pet. We are privileged to have two organizations in Ventura County that provide care for sick, injured or young birds.  Please contact one of them:


Wildlife Care of Ventura County will respond for any injured wildlife.  Call them at 498-2794.  Visit their website for detailed information on care and transport by clicking on this link: Click Here

The Ojai Raptor Center has a long history of caring for hawk, falcons and owls.  They will also take in other birds.  Call them at 667-4546.  Visit their website by clicking on this link:  Click Here.