Do not try to pick up the bird, unless given explicit instructions from MRCC staff. Raptors are wild animals and can inflict injury to an untrained individual. Note the exact location of the bird and call the numbers listed below. If at all possible, please stay near the bird, until someone arrives. You are the most important first step to recovery for an injured raptor. The quicker an injured bird arrives at the center, the better are its chances for recovery.im.