Should I take baby pigeon indoor or left him outside?

There is a nest in my balcony with 2 squabs. They are 3days old now.... Someone had attacked the babies today, so mother pigeon discarded one baby who is badly injured but taking care of other who is less injured. I covered it with antibiotic and cotton but Idk what should I do now.

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SW-User

You're a sweetheart :) I guess you have 3 options:

1. Take the poor little thing to the vets.

2. Keep him in your home. Make sure he's warm and fed. And if the worst happens, at least he's safe with you.

3. Put him back in the nest. I dunno if this is a good idea though. The mummy bird may eat him or just push him back out of the nest.

I honestly don't know. But thank you for caring about this bird. It's ever so sweet!

minnie · 36-40, F

Thank you. I guess 2nd option is best. Yes, mother will push him out again because his wounds would attract predators and can be harmful for other child too.

SW-User

Good luck! I really hope he makes it. :)