What to do if you find an injured raptor
by Sara DeBold, posted May 2, 2008

Call the College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital 573-882-7821 or 573-882-4589 after 5 p.m. or on weekends.

They suggest that you wait for them to move the bird.

If the bird is in danger follow these guidelines to move it:

• Wear thick gloves, such as welding gloves.
• Place a towel over the bird.
• Watch the birds position, it may be on its back and attack with talons.
• Gently move the bird into a box or dog kennel.
• Keep it in a dark quit place.
• Do not offer food or water.

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