If your bird is lost or sighted, please copy → paste → fill in this template when you post.
It gives the community the best chance of helping quickly.
Species + Name:
Last Seen (time & exact location):
Tracker Used (GPS/Radio/None):
Do / Don’t Approach Notes: (e.g. “Very shy, don’t chase”)
Owner Contact: (phone/email/DM preferred)
Photo (if possible):
Tips for urgent cases:
- Post immediately — don’t wait to “look more.”
- Stay calm, keep a safe spot with familiar perch/crate ready.
- Use high-value food and familiar calls/whistles.
- Check the last GPS ping if using a tracker.
- Keep updates in the same thread so helpers see the full story.
- Once resolved, edit your title with [RESOLVED].
Why this matters:
In a lost bird emergency, clarity saves time. The faster we have full details, the faster nearby members can help.