Raptors
Owl, Falcon, Eagle, Hawk, & Osprey
Owl, Falcon, Eagle, Hawk, & Osprey
-visible blood or wounds
-drooping wings
-unable to fly
-fluffed feathers
-strange vocalizations
-paralysis
-staggered walking
-lethargic
-swelling in the face
-discharge from the eyes or nose
-labored breathing
-lacerated feet
-other general signs of injury and illness
If a raptor has been attacked by an animal, looks injured near a road, or shows any of the signs of injury and illness, contact a wildlife rehabilitator.
Signs that a raptor is orphaned: Often baby raptors can be out of the nest but still under the care of their parents. If the baby has not been checked on after a few hours, is in immediate danger of predators, or the baby is a nestling (baby bird with no feathers), or the mother is clearly dead, contact a wildlife rehabilitator for assistance.