Some one isn't taking care of their Fids and has a 1yr old starling they want to get rid of it cant be let out in the wild now . it was hand fed .... Does anyone know anything about these????? food ect.. THANKS!!!
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Dont know where to post this need advice!
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Starlings are softbills. They are prone to hemochromatosis and need a low iron pellet diet due to this. They also should be given mealworms as a source of protein and some fruit. Hard boiled eggs should also be included.
Also, you should check the laws of his/her state. European starlings are considered an invasive species and are therefore illegal to own in some states.
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Also, you should check the laws of his/her state. European starlings are considered an invasive species and are therefore illegal to own in some states.
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Ive read to give ground dog food.. ??? What would be a good pellet? Matt
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I have also read that. Here is a link to a site specifically about caring for starlings: Starling Talk: The Care and Feeding of Injured and Orphaned Starlings .
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Starling Talk, the link to which Matt has posted, is an excellent site for info on Starlings and other birds. Got a lot of info and assistance there which helped me with my "foundling" sparrow.
