Identifying and understanding your rescue
In the UK our wild bird population includes feral pigeons (rock doves), collared doves, wood pigeons, stock doves (stock pigeons) and turtle doves. Their temperament, habitat and their natural diet can differ, so it will help if you can determine what sort of bird you have. These pages should help you do that.
Comparing Hatchlings and Nestlings |
Comparing Fledglings and Juveniles |
Comparing Adult Birds |
The Turtle Dove |
If you have rescued a baby bird that is not a pigeon this excellent page will help you identify it. |