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Bird Center of Michigan The Bird Center of Michigan is committed to aiding birds, wildlife, and the environment through rehabilitation and public education.
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If you have found an injured or orphaned bird, please text a photo of the bird, your county location, and a BRIEF description of the situation to 734.761.9640. Please do not bring a bird to the Bird Center without speaking to a staff member first. If you have found a baby bird, please refer to the “Life Stages of Songbirds” chart on our website for instructions: https://birdcentermi.org/bird-help/. You can call the Bird Center at 734.761.9640 for tips on renesting, making a makeshift nest, or determining if the bird needs to be brought in for rehabilitation. NEVER offer a baby bird food or water. For non-emergencies, you can email our clinic staff at [email protected]. Please do not email if you have an injured or orphaned bird needing assistance. The Bird Center of Michigan strives to answer calls and texts right away. Please be patient if we do not answer your call right away, as we care for over 200 birds at a time during our busy baby season. We answer and respond to messages as fast as possible. While waiting for a response, please keep the bird in a box without any food or water. Do not attempt to give food or water to the bird. Do not release an injured bird.

Each September, we have the pleasure of celebrating our incredible and dedicated team of volunteers by throwing our annu...
10/15/2026

Each September, we have the pleasure of celebrating our incredible and dedicated team of volunteers by throwing our annual Volunteer Appreciation Party! Volunteers keep our mission alive by not only helping us around the clinic with various husbandry tasks, but also by participating in newly founded committees, helping transport birds in need of a lift to the clinic, and most importantly, by bringing their own unique skillset and bright ideas to the team. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

This adult Killdeer came to us after becoming trapped in fresh tar, serving as a tough reminder that wildlife is constan...
10/06/2026

This adult Killdeer came to us after becoming trapped in fresh tar, serving as a tough reminder that wildlife is constantly adapting to survive in a world increasingly shaped by humans. Killdeer have learned to nest and forage in parking lots, construction sites, and gravel roads, but when wildlife adapts to living alongside us, we have a responsibility to make those spaces safer for them, too. Every little bit of awareness, prevention, and care can make a difference, and this resilient little bird is a beautiful reminder that sharing our world means looking out for the wild neighbors who share it with us!

Rehabilitated baby birds have a lot to learn before they’re ready to return to the wild, and sometimes one of the best t...
10/04/2026

Rehabilitated baby birds have a lot to learn before they’re ready to return to the wild, and sometimes one of the best teachers is another baby bird! When orphaned or displaced nestlings and fledglings are housed together with others, they can encourage each other to start self-feeding, explore new foods, and develop important social behaviors. When we don’t have other birds of the same species available, we may carefully pair birds of different species, like this Barn Swallow and Carolina Wren, to provide social enrichment and give them the opportunity to learn from one another. Even though they may not be the same species, having a companion can make a big difference as we prepare them for life in the wild. Shortly after, they were able to placed with others of their own species to help ensure their success and learn all the things they are supposed to.

10/02/2026

In late August, we were able to release our first clutch of Chimney Swifts this season! After several weeks in care, they were released into an active swift colony not far from our clinic, giving them the best possible opportunity to join other swifts and continue learning the skills they need to thrive in the wild. That evening, we estimated 200 to 300 swifts were flying overhead, serving as great mentors to our newly released patients as they learned to catch insects mid-air from adults.

Happy ! This week, we are asking for donations of Simple Green, our most commonly used cleaning solution at the center ...
09/30/2026

Happy ! This week, we are asking for donations of Simple Green, our most commonly used cleaning solution at the center that we use for everything from cleaning dirty dishes to scrubbing sticks and enclosures. This cleaning solution eradicates harmful bacteria, parasites, and viruses which is essential in a rehabilitation setting. Help us keep our center clean and our patients safe by donating Simple Green off of our Amazon Wishlist at https://amzn.to/3ogNEFE

09/24/2026

As we have mentioned before, Chimney Swifts are one of the most specialized species we care for. Every year, we launch special training to refresh our team on how to care for these unique birds. Unlike our common backyard birds, Swifts cannot perch and do not gape to beg for food. Rather, they cling to vertical surfaces and chatter to express hunger. During their time in our care, it’s our job to adapt to their unique needs and help them learn important skills, such as flight and the ability to safely return to their chimney at night.

As always, caring for wildlife should only be done by licensed and trained professionals. Chimney Swifts are a protected species under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, as are all native birds. If you find a bird in need of help, reach out to a rehabilitation clinic or individual found through the DNR’s website.

Consider donating for the care of special birds like the Chimney Swift at: https://birdcentermi.org/donate/

For this we are asking for donations of Carnivore Care formula. We use this formula for a variety of patients of diffe...
09/24/2026

For this we are asking for donations of Carnivore Care formula. We use this formula for a variety of patients of different life stages to provide them nutrients as they grow or recover from injuries while in rehabilitation. This formula is used in different mixtures we use to best replicate the nutrients different species need.

You can donate this much used formula and other much needed items on our Amazon wishlist at https://amzn.to/3ogNEFE

Thank you for your support!

We had a very special milestone at our clinic recently: we fitted our very first patients with federal bands before rele...
09/21/2026

We had a very special milestone at our clinic recently: we fitted our very first patients with federal bands before release! Bird banding is a form of research performed by permitted individuals, where they record biometric data such as wing length, age, s*x, and weight, along with the bird's band number and other important information. These tiny bands with unique ID numbers provide researchers with valuable information about individual birds, including where they travel, how long they live, and whether they return to the same areas year after year. We as a team are so excited to contribute to this important research, as well as to participate in this opportunity to track the success of our patients post-release!

09/19/2026

This tiny Ruby-throated Hummingbird came to us as a nestling, far too young to be on its own and vulnerable to predators on the ground. When caring for baby songbirds, our first choice is always to reunite them with their parents by placing them safely back in their nest. Hummingbird nests, however, can make that a real challenge. Their nests are woven from spider silk and lichen and can be incredibly small (sometimes no bigger than a walnut!), making them incredibly hard to find. With small birds with such fast metabolisms, we have to work against the clock to find nests and watch for the parents’ return before babies get too hungry. In this case, unfortunately renesting wasn’t possible. Thankfully, with time and care from our team, this little one grew into a strong juvenile and was ready to be returned to the wild. We are especially grateful to our volunteer Kristie, who had the joy of releasing this tiny bird back where it belongs last month, with lots of fresh flowers to choose from!

From the intense storms in Washtenaw County and the surrounding areas a few weeks back, we have received a huge influx o...
09/17/2026

From the intense storms in Washtenaw County and the surrounding areas a few weeks back, we have received a huge influx of calls about wildlife! Birds who may otherwise be agile flyers can be knocked out of the air by intense wind or become waterlogged from heavy rainfall and flooding. This Common Nighthawk was brought to our clinic for care after it was found grounded and vulnerable to predators. After examination, we found he suffered a wound to his abdomen, possibly from crash-landing into a tree in the storm. While he continues his treatment, our team is dedicated to making sure he receives enough food and water through hand-feeding to keep him strong and healthy.

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7800 Platt Road
Saline, MI
48176

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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+17347619640

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