How to Bury a Dead Bird

Did you find a dead bird in your yard? Did your pet bird die? Whatever the situation may be, you want to bury a dead bird. To offer this bird a proper burial, you will need to follow the steps below. They will guide you through the burial of the bird.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Decide what size box you will need based on the size of the bird. Shoeboxes, checkbook boxes, and cereal boxes have all been used.

2. Find a place where you would like the bird to be buried. Some families choose a spot they like in their own back yard, like next to a blooming bush, or under a very shady tree.

3. Place the bird in the designated box. Make certain the bird is not being squashed at all in the box.

4. Dig a hole at least 2 feet deep and wide enough for the box to fit level in.

5. Cover the hole back up with the dirt and smooth it out. If this was a pet of the family, you and other members of the family may want to speak some words about the bird.

6. Add a marker of some kind to the gravesite. This could be something as simple as a large stone, or a small bird monument. This will make certain that the gravesite is never disturbed and is easily recognized.

Resources

• How To Bury Your Dead Bird
• Dead Bird Disposal Guidelines