Are you one of those people who simply want to study birds a little more closely, at close range? I'll tell you a good way to trap a bird without hurting it. https://www.youtube.com/embed/2kCLOmC3KxA In this video you can see everything you should do.
Steps
Step 1. Set up a box or create a wooden trap yourself
All you have to do is leave one side of the box open.
Step 2. Look for a stick to leave the trap open
Then, tie fishing line or string to the stick to activate the trap.
Step 3. Place some seeds or corn to attract the birds
Step 4. Don't be anxious, you will have to wait a few days for the birds to get used to this new object
Step 5. When you notice that the birds begin to gather around the seeds, wait for the one you want to catch approaches right under the trap
To catch the bird, pull the thread and the trap will snap. Take the bird, study it, then let it go. Repeat the process several times to study all the birds you would like to observe closely.
Advice
- Make sure the bird remains trapped for no more than two minutes, otherwise the stress could kill it.
- If you have a video camera, try capturing to video, or visit this YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/CalliCat1113?feature=mhum to see other capture methods.
- Sometimes remove the food around the trap. The birds will arrive and when they find no food, they will go looking for it directly in the box.
- It may be illegal to catch a wild bird and touch it or even keep it as a pet. Check state laws first or consult with the State Forestry Corps before you start trapping birds.
Warnings
- Always wear gloves when holding captured birds: they will protect you from any injuries caused by pecks or scratches.
- Remove the trap at night if there are raccoons or squirrels in your neighborhood.
