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Bird question - Black Crowned Night Heron
Posted on 6/25/23 at 1:49 pm
Posted on 6/25/23 at 1:49 pm
(I originally posted this on the Outdoor Board)
About 6 weeks ago they (2 adults) and built a nest about 30' up in our Oak tree (Uptown, N.O.) I've never noticed this species, or maybe never paid attention to it when fishing.
At least two babies hatched soon after they appeared. Haven't seen the parents in about a week. Yesterday, one of the juvenile birds is dead in our yard below the nest. Today, the other juvenile appeared in our yard (alive) near the dead one.
I'm not sure what (if anything) to do about this if the second bird has decided to nest in our yard (we have a lot of foliage, etc.) For one, we have a terrier puppy that would otherwise play in the yard, but I'm concerned it will f!@# with birds.
Any suggestions? E.g., do nothing? Leave food and water for the 2nd bird? I'd hate to see the 2nd one pass. Keep the dog out of the yard if the 2nd bird stays? I'm amazed it survived with the heat, etc., plus this week it will be dry. I realize this isn't a Bald Eagle and has a Least Concerned Conservation status, but they are a pretty species.
Thanks in advance and
About 6 weeks ago they (2 adults) and built a nest about 30' up in our Oak tree (Uptown, N.O.) I've never noticed this species, or maybe never paid attention to it when fishing.
At least two babies hatched soon after they appeared. Haven't seen the parents in about a week. Yesterday, one of the juvenile birds is dead in our yard below the nest. Today, the other juvenile appeared in our yard (alive) near the dead one.
I'm not sure what (if anything) to do about this if the second bird has decided to nest in our yard (we have a lot of foliage, etc.) For one, we have a terrier puppy that would otherwise play in the yard, but I'm concerned it will f!@# with birds.
Any suggestions? E.g., do nothing? Leave food and water for the 2nd bird? I'd hate to see the 2nd one pass. Keep the dog out of the yard if the 2nd bird stays? I'm amazed it survived with the heat, etc., plus this week it will be dry. I realize this isn't a Bald Eagle and has a Least Concerned Conservation status, but they are a pretty species.
Thanks in advance and
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Posted on 6/25/23 at 2:11 pm to cbdman
Posted on 6/25/23 at 10:49 pm to cbdman
Well, the department of wildlife and fisheries would probably tell you to leave it alone and whatever happens, happens. However, I have a soft spot for such things and I would probably try to raise it, if I could figure out where to get food, etc.
Another option would be to talk to a zoo to see if they would take it.
Another option would be to talk to a zoo to see if they would take it.
Posted on 6/26/23 at 10:11 am to cbdman
Wildlife Rescue League may be able to help...
If you see a heron that needs help, call Wildlife Rescue League’s Wildlife Helpline at 703-440-0800 immediately for more instructions.
If you see a heron that needs help, call Wildlife Rescue League’s Wildlife Helpline at 703-440-0800 immediately for more instructions.
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