Fledgling martin wing— having trouble flying looks sprained/dislocated at elbow

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Kellye
Posts: 75
Joined: Mon Jul 11, 2016 11:21 am
Location: Kansas

Hey all,
We just came across a young martin trying to fledge on the ground. It appears they sprained their elbow somehow. Any thoughts are appreciated. They are currently sitting on a porch.
Thank you
Kelly
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brent
Posts: 1280
Joined: Sat Feb 10, 2018 2:43 pm
Location: Raceland, Louisiana

I hope it's ok. I've not had that happen. If there is a rehabber near you might want to start there or your local wild life office. Here, I don't have close rehabilitators so it would be difficult for me to get help. God forbid should that happen. I wish that there were training for those who wish to be in between practitioners that could assist. I pray the best for that chick. Good luck.
Brent
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