baby hummingbird and bunny rescued, and fed!
This is a beautiful story and video about a baby hummingbird who was found fallen out of his nest with a damaged wing. The fledgling was patiently and lovingly taught to feed and nursed back to health by Peter Tommerup and Lee Anne Welch, and his wing was rehabilitated at Sulphur Creek Nature Center in Hayward, California. You won't believe his mother's bravery or trust in Peter in returning to feed him as well:
The baby was happily healed and released back into the wild after two weeks. Thank you to Sara Richmond of Veg West Michigan for sharing, and to Gary Breitard for putting the video together.
Similarly, the following is an admittedly simple, but precious, video of a rescued baby bunny eating a dandelion, as only a bunny can, out of a hand. This adorable little guy or girl was also released back into the wild (a second video), thanks to Mary Cummins and MaryEllen of southern California's Animal Advocates. Thank you to Denise LaChance for sharing:
October 10, 2010
Reader Comments (2)
I absolutely loved both videos and I felt so wonderful knowing about the wonderful people who are so compassionate and patient. Thank you Ben and to all who work in sanctuaries saving God's creatures!
Thanks for the note, Barbara, I loved the stories myself, and really admired the patient and dedicated rescue efforts in both - Ben