-not able to fly or walk
-does not fly when approached
-extremely fluffed up feathers
-issues with the eyes (crusty, swollen, bleeding, always closed)
-labored breathing
-quiet and dull
-tilted head
-obvious blood or wounds
-injured legs, wings, or beak (wing droops or leg dangles)
-other general signs of injury and illness
If a crow, jay, or raven looks like it has been attacked by a cat, dog, or other animal, looks injured near a road, or shows any of the signs of injury and illness, contact a wildlife rehabilitator.
Signs that a crow, jay, or raven is orphaned: Crows, jays, and ravens will live in nests around 30 days until they are fledged and ready to survive on their own. If a fledgeling (baby bird with feathers that can hop) is away from the nest, make sure the bird is not weak or in danger if the mother is not nearby. If a nestling (baby bird with no feathers) is away from their nest, the baby is in immediate danger, the mother is clearly dead, or the baby shows signs of injury or illness, contact a wildlife rehabilitator.