P.O. Box 1897, Kailua, HI 96734
Caring for birds
If you find a baby bird
If you find a baby bird
If you find a baby bird
A baby bird's best chance of survival is with its parents.
Here you will find out if you should help, and how to help a baby bird.
Wild bird diets
If you find a baby bird
If you find a baby bird
Birds need warmth, hydration, and food.
Here you will find detailed information about what birds require based on their species and age.
Health & Medicine
If you find a baby bird
Health & Medicine
Wild birds can suffer from common problems affecting their ability to live well in the wild.
Here you will learn about how to assess a bird's condition and treat common issues.
Seabird Fallout Season
Did you find a downed seabird?
Between September 15th - December 15th, many young seabirds who rely on the moon to find their way to the sea, are confused by urban lights and end up in dangerous situations. If you find a downed seabird or other native species that appears injured, weak or disoriented, please call the Hawaii Wildlife Center's main line at 808-884-5000. If it's during business hours, you will be directed to the most suitable drop off location. If it's after-hours, birds can be brought to Feather and Fur Animal Hospital in Kailua as they are open 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Other drop-off locations include James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge and the Hawaii Wildlife Center. If you are unable to transport the seabird, please call the Hawaii Wildlife Center and they can assist with transport.
If you are not sure whether the downed bird you found is a seabird, please email us a photo or send a photo to birdhelp@hawaiiwildlifecenter.org and Hawaii Wildlife Center staff will assist.
Watch this video to learn what to do if you find a downed seabird: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L4E8FaCo_Y&feature=youtu.be
Other resources
Useful links
The Cornell Lab offers information on how to prevent birds from striking your windows, and how to help a bird that has collided with a window.
Hawaii Wildlife Center on Hawaii island offers a rehabilitation center focusing on native species as well as conservation programs and an emergency response team. In seabird fallout season, a representative is on Oahu to assist downed shearwaters.
Hui Mano-o-Ku is an organization dedicated to white terns.
