Corvid Isle Sanctuary

04/11/2026

Rook Muriel and hooded crow Misty - both look quite grown up now 🥰

01/11/2026

Why Not to Light a Bonfire

It is soon the time of the year again, when social media messages are piling up in your ‘virtual inbox’ advising you to check your garden woodpile for hedgehogs before you start a bonfire. And you certainly should, if you really cannot live without a bonfire wiping out a whole mini ecosystem, annoying your neighbours, causing asthma attacks and polluting the environment.

Please follow the link below to read the complete blog post.

https://corvid-isle.wiki/doku.php?id=why_not_to_light_a_bonfire

29/10/2026

Why Fireworks Should Be Abolished

So called silent firework displays, which are in fact not silent at all, unless they are replaced by laser shows, are increasingly praised as the ultimate solution when it comes to addressing animal welfare concerns. At the first glance silent fireworks seem to be a logical solution, as reduced noise pollution is addressing one of the best known problems in this context. However, as it is commonly the case, there is the bigger picture to consider, and that is where the controversy starts, at least for people who feel very strongly that fireworks are part of their cherished traditions and well deserved rights, and of course for people, who have some sort of financial interest in the business of producing, selling or using fireworks...

Please follow the link below to read the complete blog post.

https://corvid-isle.wiki/doku.php?id=why_fireworks_should_be_abolished

24/10/2026

"Corvids—the family of birds including crows and ravens—are everywhere! What is it about corvids that makes them so fascinating? Join this free, live webinar with corvid researcher Dr. Kaeli Swift to learn about what makes them so appealing!"

https://academy.allaboutbirds.org/live-event/something-to-crow-about/

Register here:

Monday, October 26, 3:00 p.m. EDT / 12:00 p.m. PDT Get to Know Corvids Corvids—the family of birds including crows and ravens—are everywhere! What is it abo ...

21/10/2026

Jackdaw Jacky 😍☀

17/10/2026

FAQ: I have found a trapped bird. What shall I do?

It is very important that you contact a local wildlife rescue or rehabber straight away and that you stay at the scene until they arrive. Please do not attempt to free the trapped bird yourself as many birds tangled or trapped in netting can be dehydrated, suffering from ligature wounds or are very stressed needing specialist treatment before they can be released. However, if the bird is trapped beyond reach, it is best to inform the SSPCA or RSPCA, as the Fire and Rescue Services will only attend when called out by the SSPCA or RSPCA...

Please follow the link below to read the whole blog post:

https://corvid-isle.wiki/doku.php?id=i_have_found_a_trapped_bird._what_shall_i_do

13/10/2026

Beautiful rook combing the beach 🥰

09/10/2026

FAQ: Can birds get infected by contact with viruses or bacteria transmitted by humans?

In human and birds, generally speaking, there are three main reasons bacteria are able to cause an infection.

Firstly, some bacteria species are just extremely virulent and are able to attack successfully a strong and healthy immune system.

Secondly, large-dose exposure to opportunistic bacteria is another common cause. Good sanitation does usually prevents this.

And thirdly, the most common cause is an infection by opportunistic bacteria due to a reduced immune response. This can happen in times of stress, poor nutrition or concurrent disease conditions...

Please follow the link below to read the whole post.

https://corvid-isle.wiki/doku.php?id=can_birds_get_infected_by_contact_with_viruses_or_bacteria_transmitted_by_humans

06/10/2026

A friendly rook visitor 🥰

02/10/2026

Wild cliff nesting jackdaws (and magpies) 🥰