Summary
A woman named Nicole found a bird's nest with eggs while dumpster diving in North Carolina. She shared her discovery on social media, where it quickly gained attention, and sought advice on how to care for the eggs. She has since taken the eggs home to keep them warm while waiting to see if they will hatch.
Key Facts
- Nicole found a bird's nest in a dumpster in North Carolina on March 19.
- The nest contained a total of 18 eggs, which she described as an "unbelievably sick find."
- The discovery was shared on TikTok, where it received over 1.2 million views.
- Viewers on TikTok praised Nicole for her actions but were upset about the discarded eggs.
- The eggs are believed to be from Canadian geese and mallards, protected species under U.S. law.
- Nicole is keeping the eggs warm at home and plans to contact a rescue if any hatch.
- The Migratory Bird Treaty Act protects wild birds, and moving or possessing their eggs generally requires a permit.
- Official guidance suggests leaving wild bird eggs where they are found unless a licensed wildlife rehabilitator assists.
