What is the obligation concerning a bird that falls into one's courtyard?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Usurpation

Book 22 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

If a bird falls into one's courtyard, neither safeguarding it nor notifying its owner is obligatory.

Supporting text

This is because the bird is inherently capable of self-preservation.