Center for Avian Rehabilitation & Education

Every year we get quite a few calls from frantic bird owners whose bird got loose outside. In 2006, we had two calls on loose Moluccan cockatoos, and many more calls on smaller birds — some of whom were never found (one M2 was recaptured the next day -- the other spent almost a month outside before being recaptured). Even if your bird’s wings are clipped, she can still fly. It only takes the slightest breeze and burst of adrenaline, and your bird can be out of your sight faster than you can imagine.

You can check out this website to see listings of lost birds by state.

Please be very careful while transporting your bird. Make sure that her travel cage is secure. Use common sense and don’t take unnecessary risks.

If the worst happens, call us and we may be able to provide you with tips to recover your bird, but prevention is obviously the best solution!