What a very sad thing to read (The Argus, June 9) about the baby bird which broke both its little legs and had to be put to sleep after getting caught in string following its first flight from the nest.

I'd like to implore householders to ensure their rubbish is disposed of safely.

Cut the plastic holders from four-pack cans before disposal and don't leaving rubbish lying around which could injure wildlife.

With all the pollution we cause and with the trouble the world is in, we have a duty to protect these creatures.

-Sylvia Harwood, Hove