wild bird found on porch (possible broken leg)

[LaceyRead]

My boyfriend just called me and said he found a bird on his porch, said the leg looked like it gave out/limp, just laying there
he is asking me what to do but I dont know whar to tell him, he said he has it loosely wrapped in a towel and it is acting calm
It is 10:30 at night here
He has a small cage and we could bring it somewhere tomorrow (we have a wild bird sanctuary that might take it, and a nature centre
What should he do tonight, he does have an extra small cage
He does not know what kind of bird it is, but it is probably a starling or sparrow (we are in ontario, Canada)
Should he put it in the cage with water and food at ground level and keep the cage dark and covered for the night?

Thanks in advance

 

[birdlvr466]

I would say yes if he could just keep the bird in a box and try covering 3/4 of the top to keep him warm. A wildlife rehabber or sanctuary would be the best thing in the morning. They are trained on how to take care of the wild birds. At least he will keep this bird safe for the night from predators.

 

[LaceyRead]

Thank you, box or cage, he has it in a small cage

 

[Trice]

Keep it warm for the night. Can you take it to the vet in the morning by chance. I found a wild baby bird outside and kept it as a pet. that was one of the best pets I could have ever had. I loved her so much.

Consider giving it a home.

 

[Danita]

I am not sure I would want to keep a wild baby as a pet. I would want them to fly free with others like themselves

 

[LaceyRead]

good news, the birdy was brought to a wild life centre today and they are going to give it treatment
Thanks everyone who posted

 

[Ashley]

so glad the birdy got treatement