Open AccessFLAP Birds—Dealing with Migratory Birds
Author(s) -
Emily Meredith
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
wildlife rehabilitation bulletin
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2769-6960
pISSN - 1535-2242
DOI - 10.53607/wrb.v28.104
Subject(s) - crash , wildlife , geography , bird migration , spring (device) , aeronautics , illusion , ecology , engineering , biology , computer science , programming language , mechanical engineering , neuroscience
During spring and fall migrations, birds migrating during the night are attracted by city lights and often collide with Toronto high–rise buildings. Birds also crash into windows during the day as the reflections create an illusion of open sky. Toronto Wildlife Centre (TWC) works with the Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) to assess and treat the birds that have been injured. In peak flight times 20 to100 birds can arrive at the centre daily. The arrival of so many birds can be a daunting task if one is unprepared. Discussion focuses on how to deal with these rehabilitation patients, the most common injuries, housing, and diet concerns.