April 15, 2026
New born chick abandoned
How do I feed abandoned new born wild chick
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Thank you for reaching out to Ask Lafeber. I would like to help but need more information.
I need to know what kind of chick it is. Different wild birds have different nutritional requirements. Some are seed eaters like finches and so on
but others like Blue Jays or Black Birds have dietary needs that require more worms and bugs. If you do not know for certain, you can send a picture of the chick. I will try to identify what kind.
The best chance for this baby is to get it to an experienced or licensed wildlife rehab facility. They will know what species it is and what to feed it. If a baby bird is fed the incorrect food, it can do irreversible harm.
