Hi

[gurbaksh]

I have been nursing an injured female Indian Ring-neck since the past 6 months. This bird was apparently attacked by a kite. When I found the bird it had an injury on its head and the right wing appeared to be damaged. The avian vet prescribed some medicines and was of the opinion that the parrot had a 50-50 chance of flying again. Its been 6 months now and the bird has made tremendous progress. I have tested her flight and think she can be returned back to the wild. However I am uncertain whether the bird will be able to rehabilitate herself after such a long period of time. Can somebody advise me if its safe to release the bird and if she will be able a begin a new life.

 

[antoinette]

Hi and welcome
Bless you for looking after ringneck, six months sure is a long time
Unfortunately it is a difficult question to answer to

I have attached two links below which I am sure you will find some answers

http://www.doc.govt.nz/Documents/science-and-technical/BirdRehabGuide.pdf

Caring For Orphan Wild Baby Birds - Rescuing Them, Raising Them, Their Food & Care