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Baby hummingbird rescued from storm, nest destroyed. How to help?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Hummingbird | Male | 2 days old

how to take care of a baby hummingbird. it got swept away from its nest during a storm and the nest is destroyed. he/she has been in my care for 2 days now. need urgent help.

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Todd Cecil

Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 21st, 2020

Thanks for reaching out about Bebe and including a photo. Great job with the rescue but you should reach out to a wildlife rehabilitation center for further care. Sugar water is not sufficient to maintain long term, as amino acid solution, nectars are necessary for growth. Socializing with other hummingbirds is also necessary for survival in the wild. For now, heat support, oral liquids and sugar water can help.
Good luck.
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