A Nuthatch story with a happy ending

Nicely done Harvey, keeping him warm was most likely the key part in him coming round. I have a glass patio door that the birds often dont see and we get our fair share of accidents. If they're still alive after hitting the window i find that they're almost guaranteed to pull through if you give them an hour or so in a warm, dark place (i use a pet carrier box thing with a towel over the top). I think of it this way, we've intervened with their lives by putting a window somewhere, so we might as well intervene to give them a second chance!

It's great to see that you helped him

Great story and assist Harvey. I'm glad the little guy made it and you were there to keep him warm during the recovery. Well Done!

nice story, and shot Harv

What a wonderful story! I am sure the bird is grateful!

BGgraphy wrote in post #11646137
Thats cool Harvey, you are a good man.It must have been one os those life moments, one to remember. Great shot too!

Levina de Ruijter wrote in post #11646225
A wonderful story, Harvey. I'm so glad he recovered. I like to think it was because of what you did too! Lovely shot as well.

windpig wrote in post #11646232
Way cool and nice picture to boot.

Snydremark wrote in post #11646261
Great story, Harvey. I'm really glad to hear this had a happy ending! Those Nuthatches are some really great, little birds.

ardeekay wrote in post #11646515
Hear that bell? You earned your wings!! ("It"s a Wonderful Life") Great story and image.
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Rog

GMHY wrote in post #11646577
I think keeping him warm while he was recovering from the knockout probably saved him. Nice story Harvey.

bettyn wrote in post #11646602
Glad to hear the little fellow recovered. I'm sure you helped him out a lot. Love these little birds and their "upside down" walk.

Maybe your windows are too clean!

sparker1 wrote in post #11646611
Good story and photo, Harv.

Kyles wrote in post #11646626
compassion is such a wonderful thing,,,,,,,,,,,, nicely done!

dgraham329 wrote in post #11646674
nice story - nice shot

Duane N wrote in post #11646722
Nicely done Harvey. I'm sure the warmth of your hands helped it more than you realize with the temps you have up there.

hTr wrote in post #11646742
Great shot of the Bird but I like the story better!! Well done my friend, I hope your around if I ever run into your House!!!

lugnut45 wrote in post #11646899
I agree with all the others...great story and great shot.
Check your geneology - maybe a link to Dr. Doolittle? lol
Bob

snyderman wrote in post #11646957
Great shot and even better story. Most of the time, the birds take a 'knockout blow' when they fly straight into a window. I've seen several on my deck, and only one fatality. A couple of which I thought were goners, but a close look usually reveals breathing and it's just a matter of time (long time for your Nuthatch) before they regain consciousness and get on about the business of being a bird.

Glad your guy met with a happy ending. It was sad for me to shovel up the one who didn't make it on my deck.

dave

dave

Restless legs man wrote in post #11647406
Nicely done Harvey, keeping him warm was most likely the key part in him coming round. I have a glass patio door that the birds often dont see and we get our fair share of accidents. If they're still alive after hitting the window i find that they're almost guaranteed to pull through if you give them an hour or so in a warm, dark place (i use a pet carrier box thing with a towel over the top). I think of it this way, we've intervened with their lives by putting a window somewhere, so we might as well intervene to give them a second chance!

It's great to see that you helped him

Waldemar Sikorski wrote in post #11647431

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txcanon wrote in post #11647505
Great story and assist Harvey. I'm glad the little guy made it and you were there to keep him warm during the recovery. Well Done!

kmunroe wrote in post #11648227
nice story, and shot Harv

butterfly2937 wrote in post #11648244
What a wonderful story! I am sure the bird is grateful!

Thanks a lot, everyone.

I really appreciate you all looking in and leaving your comments. I'm sure you all would have tried to help one of our little feathered friend if you were given the opportunity.

If what I did, even in some small way, helped this bird to recover then I am happy. These little guys give me a lot of pleasure.

nice guy, nice bird, nice shot!

Great story and wonderful shots Harvey.

Good job. With that cold and without you he may have decided to stay asleep.

What a great story Harv. I'm sure that your ministration made a difference and resulted in a fine ending. Good shot too BTW.

Eagle i wrote in post #11651961
nice guy, nice bird, nice shot!

Shar824 wrote in post #11651980
Great story and wonderful shots Harvey.

Jack Cooper wrote in post #11652064
Good job. With that cold and without you he may have decided to stay asleep.

Don1 wrote in post #11652652
What a great story Harv. I'm sure that your ministration made a difference and resulted in a fine ending. Good shot too BTW.

Thanks a lot, everyone. I appreciate you looking in and leaving the kind words.
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Great story...super shot...next time try alittle mouth to beak, they say that works too!

Some "thuds" sound worse than others ... fine work my friend, it is nice to see the bright eyed little guy survive a dire collision.... and he is quite a handsome bird... great shot.

db