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top_10_mistakes_made_in_corvid_rescue_and_rehabilitation

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:54:19+00:00

Top 10 Mistakes in Corvid Rescue and Rehabilitation Introduction During many years of corvid rescue and rehabilitation we came across a number of serious mistakes being made by presumably experienced and unexperienced individuals or rehabbers alike. We would like to share our observations and experiences in the hope that these sometimes fatal mistakes will not be made again, hopefully saving the lives of many corvids in need of help.

the_consequences_of_imprinting

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:49:44+00:00

The Consequences of Imprinting Introduction Jackdaws are probably the most common corvid species rescued and cared for in captivity, which is mainly due to the fact that they have adapted very well to an urban lifestyle and that they are often nesting in very close proximity to us humans. Jackdaw babies are also often perceived as being irresistibly cute in the eyes of many humans, which seems to persuade even completely unexperienced people to raise a jackdaw nestling or fledgling by themselv…

imprinting_-_the_death_sentence_for_orphaned_corvids

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:41:48+00:00

Imprinting – The Death Sentence for Orphaned Corvids? Once again it is the time of the year, when members of the public, and even sometimes inexperienced self proclaimed rescuers, find seemingly or truly orphaned nestling or fledgling corvids. Many of these people naively believe that it would be a good deed or potentially good fun to raise the baby bird by themselves. Others do the right thing, and bring the bird straight away to an experienced rehabber or rescue. Advice gets usually ignored a…

some_thoughts_about_animal_learning_and_imprinting

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:39:42+00:00

Some Thoughts about Animal Learning and Imprinting Introduction Imprinting of rescue bird is an often hotly debated topic amongst bird lovers, wildlife rehabilitators and rescuers, where voiced opinions range considerably. One extreme approach to this topic suggests that imprinted birds are principally unreleasable, and that once a bird is imprinted that this situation cannot be reversed. The other extreme opinion considers all imprinted birds as releasable and implies that these birds have si…

another_post_about_the_diet_of_corvids

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:34:07+00:00

Another Post About The Diet Of Corvids Introduction One of topics commonly discussed in corvid fora and question frequently asked is what to feed crows, usually referring to birds in the wild, but also to birds cared for in captivity or during rehabilitation. One of the most frequent answers given is that the name carrion crow is a giveaway, and that crows would eat, who would have guessed, almost exclusively any type of carrion.

finding_the_optimal_diet_for_corvids

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:33:22+00:00

Finding the Optimal Diet for Corvids Introduction Although corvids are generally known as scavengers and omnivores, the diet of the different corvids species does vary considerably, from species to species, and over the seasons of the year. Only about 40% of the rooks’ diet for example consists of animal protein, and those being mainly worms, bugs and larvae. They usually don’t eat carrion, as their beak is not designed and able to rip animal carcasses into manageable pieces. The remaining 60…

when_can_i_release_my_rescued_corvid_fledgling

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:32:00+00:00

When Can I Release my Rescued Corvid Fledgling? Introduction In late spring and early summer we are contacted on a daily basis by members of the public, who have found, rescued and raised a corvid fledgling, all with good intentions of course. If we are not being contacted at the very beginning of a rescue journey, mostly for advice about the diet of corvids, then it is usually at the point where people feel that their foster bird might be ready for release soon. Unfortunately, our advice is o…

how_and_when_to_release_rescued_crows_rooks_and_jackdaws

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-13T16:28:28+00:00

How and When to Release Rescued Crows, Rooks and Jackdaws Introduction Two common questions we are being asked every year are how and when to release carrion crows, rooks and jackdaws. The answers to these questions consists of two main parts. The first part is based on generally accepted non species specific rehabilitation guidelines, and the second part is referring to species specific considerations.

rook_isla - [Isla’s Future]

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-05T12:45:55+00:00

Rook Isla Introduction Isla joined us in June 2022 as a nestling after being rescued by well-meaning but inexperienced people. We do not know a lot about Isla’s story other than that she has been found as a presumed orphan. We understand that the carer struggled increasingly to raise Isla. Eventually, two weeks later, the carer brought Isla to a local bird rescue. The team recognised immediately that Isla was in great trouble, and that she would require long term care. Subsequently, we have be…

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administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-05T12:44:02+00:00

case_studies

administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-04-05T12:34:00+00:00

Case Studies Collection of interesting Corvid Isle Sanctuary stories and observations about our friends, patients and residents. Please check out the links below, which will take you to third party databases of rescues and rehabbers in the UK. The provision of these links is for your convenience only and does not imply any endorsement of, or responsibility for, these organisations or the facilities or services they provide.

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administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-03-29T10:41:17+00:00

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administrator (administrator@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-01-28T17:01:39+00:00