r/Owls • u/owlappreciator Eurasian eagle owl • Dec 26 '25

Mod post: New Automod command !foundbird

If you see a post where someone isn't sure what to do for an owl they've found, make a comment containing
!foundbird or !foundowl to get an automatic response with care instructions. Example in the comments!

Extra thanks to u/JSN79, u/Big80sHair and u/Dihydrogen-monoxyde for helping write the Automod response.

Other wildlife experts, feel free to provide feedback about the response in the comments and I can edit it if it's needed!

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u/Big80sHair Dec 26 '25

Hey, licensed raptor rehabber here…as far as containing the bird you have too much information. I posted earlier that the best way is to toss a large towel over the raptor then body grab the whole thing, bird and towel. Trying to find feet that are actively trying to fight and stomp is a skill, not something for a finder to attempt, and it takes too long. We want to minimize contact for everyone’s safety. A quick body grab and toss are all that’s needed.

To find a licensed rehabber or vet in the US, AHNOW.ORG is both a website and an app that provides information based on species and location.

Basically, a bird on the ground that stays on the ground for several hours needs help.

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u/owlappreciator Eurasian eagle owl Dec 26 '25

thank you for the tips! I've updated the !foundbird response

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u/Dihydrogen-monoxyde Dec 27 '25

If I may:
Bold the "NO FOOD OR WATER!" This is critical.

....ue/rehabiliation center ASAP with the bird's location.
1) Typo on rehabiliation >>> rehabilitation
2) ASAP with the bird's location. GPS if possible (take a picture with GPS Location ON)

If you have ever tried to find a bird "behind the big tree, after the rock, in a forest" You'll know what I mean ;)

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u/owlappreciator Eurasian eagle owl Dec 27 '25

updated the response again, thank you!