Originally posted by cali
you have held then with your bare hands already so putting them back in the nest may not be a good idea... but that is just a guess. wouldent the parents reject them because of the human scent on the babys? not sure but I THINK that is what I remeber reading at some point
No, they won't reject them. Be careful when you put them back, Ash; some birds are very territorial and will attack you. Then stay inside for a good while to make the parents feel comfrotable again. They should resume their care.