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I have been rehabing a starling that was pushed from it's nest along with all of his siblings (sadly all the rest were dead when I found them). He has been a champ, really turning into a fine bird - just starting to drink on his own and be interested in eating on his own.
This morning when I was bringing him to work (he has to be fed every hour or so) the latch on his cage was loose and the door flew open -- a large truck came by and he freaked at the noise and he bolted. Normally the little guy is literally glued to me every waking day -- he would sleep with me if he could.
I am in San Francisco, a noisy urban environment. I have been outside for two hours calling for him around the neighborhood but no luck. It is just so chaotic here I am afraid he is just hunkered down, completely freaked out.
I have already posted a Craig's List lost ad, am working up flyers for the neighborhood, and am going to go around at lunch and later this evening when it is much more quiet.
I am literally sick to my stomach with worry -- they little guy hasn't eaten on his own yet and I am fearful he will not survive out in the wild without the proper skills.
Any good vibes you can send will be greatly appreciated. I'll keep you all posted.
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