This has always happened. Do you know if they are also vulnerable to eating plastic rubbish? As are some other sea birds. If so, surely that would drastically increase the natural problems of being exhausted and underweight. If they are found dead, this could be investigated or maybe already has been…………. I don’t know. Philip —–Original Message—– From: birding-aus-bounces@lists.vicnet.net.au [mailto:birding-aus-bounces@lists.vicnet.net.au] On Behalf Of Janine Duffy Sent: Wednesday, 23 October 2013 3:42 PM To: Birding-aus Subject: [Birding-Aus] more dead Short-tailed Shearwaters There are several dead or dying Short-tailed Shearwaters on my local beach, Port Melbourne. I have one in care right now (weight 420g). There are also about 20 near shore, still alive and swimming, but probably exhausted and underweight. I was on Kerferd Rd pier earlier watching them, and on a whim asked the nearby fisherman for a fish scrap. I threw it to the nearest shearwater, which took it readily. I don’t know if this is appropriate or not, but is it worth trying to prevent a few deaths by looking out for exhausted but still living birds near piers or boats and offering food (fish)? Surely these still living birds have the best chance of recovery – waiting until they wash up and rushing them to overworked wildlife carers is a bit like closing the door after the horse has bolted. Also, could Vic birders check their local beaches for beach-washed, still living birds? They are vulnerable to dog attack if left on the beach. A cardboard box with a towel is a good transport option. Take to local wildlife carer, or vet. Call wildlife victoria 13 000 94535 or Aware (Frankston area) on 0412 433 727 . Janine — JANINE DUFFY Director Marketing ECHIDNA WALKABOUT PO Box 370 Port Melbourne, Victoria 3207 AUSTRALIA E: janine@echidnawalkabout.com.au Web: www.echidnawalkabout.com.au
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