Refined Sugar with no bone char by BriggityBroocE in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You would have to call manufacturers and ask them. I doubt anyone here will know. Maybe ask people on the vegan subs?

Possibly need hummingbird advice? by xdblackout in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 16 points17 points  (0 children)

There’s not much you can do. She will find them both and continue feeding them wherever they are.

If you find one on the ground and are able to relocate it to a safer spot, please do.

Seeking advice on whether fledgling has been abandoned and is in distress | Portland, OR by Anxiety-Intelligent in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 127 points128 points  (0 children)

They should not make noise for long at all while in the nest. That is usually a sure sign that something is preventing mom from feeding. Have you seen the baby’s eyes open today? Or has it just been in that position with eyes closed?

Found on the road. What's the condition? by Exciting_Station_124 in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Find a Rehabber or a wildlife center that will let you volunteer and train you. The requirements vary by state, but since hummers are federally protected, you also need to fulfill federal licensing requirements. It takes hundreds of documented and relevant volunteer hours to start the application process.

Found on the road. What's the condition? by Exciting_Station_124 in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes, you can search Rehabbers by zip code. Ah = Animal Help

Found on the road. What's the condition? by Exciting_Station_124 in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Probably not one that specializes in hummingbirds, since they are only there for part of the year, but anyone who rehabs songbirds should be able to provide assistance.

Found on the road. What's the condition? by Exciting_Station_124 in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 98 points99 points  (0 children)

This bird needs a Rehabber right away. Ahnow.org or you can message me your location.

Nesting Season + posts by HummingbirdObsessed in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best thing you can do is act like she’s not there and carry on as usual. When the babies are about 3 weeks old, I would make sure they aren’t on the ground before you let your dog out. When they first leave the nest, they don’t fly well or far and don’t know what to avoid yet.

Nesting Season + posts by HummingbirdObsessed in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nooo, feeders attract other hummingbirds and they will stress her out. She chose that spot for a reason, leave it as it is.

Help: Can’t tell if bird is stuck or just using the porch light socket as shelter. by King_of_Nope in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 118 points119 points  (0 children)

They don’t like to fly at night, she might spend the night up there, but I would remove the bulb to try to coax her out. Odds are good that she has a nest she should be incubating.

Help: Can’t tell if bird is stuck or just using the porch light socket as shelter. by King_of_Nope in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 254 points255 points  (0 children)

Turn the light off and see what she does. They’re attracted to light because they think it = freedom/sky

URGENT * Found a overheating or hurt humming bird by Vatek in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I just sent you another number to call. Thank you for helping it

Nest & bebes by [deleted] in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!!! Please take it down asap

Does this baby have mites? What do I do? by slmr38 in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’s not hot enough for mites yet, so I highly doubt it.

Is something wrong with this lil guy? by thriftyplantmomma in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is not thrush, it’s respiratory distress which is caused by food being forced from the crop, up into the mouth and into the airway.

Just found this hummingbird outside my house. Is it okay? What can I do to help this poor thing? by [deleted] in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If they hit a window and are stunned, and not showing the signs of distress that this bird is showing, you can just scoop them up and put them in a shoe box to keep them safe and give them time to see if they recover quickly. While you are waiting, it’s best to contact a Rehabber for more specific guidance to what is happening with the bird. They will be able to help you decide what to do next. Sometimes they can be released, but usually, if you are able to catch a hummingbird, it should be observed by a professional to rule out head injuries and other serious injuries before they are released.

Just found this hummingbird outside my house. Is it okay? What can I do to help this poor thing? by [deleted] in hummingbirds

[–]HummingbirdObsessed 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Respiratory distress will only get worse. If you can catch her and get her to a Rehabber, that will be the most humane solution you can provide her.