Chipping Sparrow (adult)
Issue: This sparrow was brought to the Centre because it flew into a resident of Hudson’s bay window.
Treatment: The bird was not moving and in shock. It was placed in the Bird Protection Quebec’s « Quiet Room » to recuperate where there is minimal noise and no visitors. It was given pain management and within 48 hours, the sparrow was flying normally and ready for release.
Result: A young volunteer released the sparrow back where it was found, near Cameron Street, and it was able to rejoin its small flock.
Did you know? You can prevent wild birds from hitting your windows by hanging ribbons, drawing designs with a yellow highlighter (birds can see ultra-violet light) or by putting silhouettes of birds of prey in your window. You can also spray soapy water on the glass to reduce the reflection.
First published in the Hudson/Saint-Lazare Gazette and are reprinted here with permission.