PATIENT OF THE WEEK 03/07/25
Mourning Dove Nestlings
Spring hasn’t quite sprung, but baby season at Tucson Wildlife Center has begun! Our first tiny arrivals—Mourning Dove nestlings—were rescued after being found on the ground after falling from their nest. Unfortunately, one sibling had a serious laceration on the upper left side of his neck that required immediate medical care, making re-nesting impossible.
Over the next few weeks, our wildlife care team will be working tirelessly to ensure that every baby wild animal brought to us receives the care and attention they need to thrive, while addressing various wildlife challenges like severe storms, too much or too little water, extreme temperatures, and nest disturbances. Spring will bring us an influx of orphaned baby bunnies and birds. We are asking your help in preventing orphaning by taking a few simple steps:
Yard Inspection: Before mowing or doing yard work, carefully inspect the area for nests or young animals.
Pet Awareness: Keep pets indoors or supervised when they are outside
Drive Cautiously: Be mindful of wildlife when driving. Watch for wildlife parents crossing the road with their young and fledgling birds learning to fly.
Monitor Hazardous Areas: Regularly check swimming pools and filter baskets for trapped animals.
Renesting Assistance: If a nest has been disturbed or fallen, attempt to safely return it to its original location. If this is not possible, contact TWC for next steps.
Sick or Injured Baby Wildlife: If you find a baby animal in an unsafe location or if it appears sick or injured, call TWC for advice before intervening. Taking photos and making notes about what you are observing will help us determine next steps. If you would like to help patients like these dove nestlings, click this link to donate
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