What measures are taken when an animal is found that has come in contact with oil?
A. Most states have regulations about the specific procedures to follow. Untrained people should not try to capture any oiled bird or animal. At most U.S. spills, a bird and/or mammal rehabilitation center is set up to care for oiled animals. You can read an overview of this topic at EPA’s Rescuing Wildlife page, and more information at the Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research website and the Oiled Wildlife Care Network website.
