Springtime is nesting season for our local birds. At this time of year you may find a baby bird on the ground in your yard.

Most of the time, the best thing to do is to leave it alone. This chart will help you make a decision about the best thing to do.

You can also download this document. There is more information on the second page.

Local Wildlife Rehabilitators:

• California Wildlife Center: 310-458-WILD(9453)
• Ventura Hummingbird Rescue: (805) 320-2438

When you contact these rehabilitators, you may need to leave a message and wait for them to call you back. They will probably also ask you to transport the bird to them.