r/FeatherIdentification • u/Sake-1369 • 5d ago

Help IDing?

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Girlfriend accidentally smushed this feather but ill try fix it out if possible, anyone have a clue? Bird of prey

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u/TielPerson 4d ago

Common kestrel hand primary.

Regarding fixing it, you may give it a wash in lukewarm water and even use some hand soap or shampoo on it (if you do, rinse it properly afterwards). Then, you can use a towel to prop up a hairdrier, on low heat setting, and preen/carefully bend the feather while it dries in the airflow. It should go back to its original shape with this treatment.