Found a pigeon with 2 bands, appears to have broken leg

Question
I'm feeding it and watering it, looks better today than yesterday, I thought I had a west nile case on my hands at first.  Now, I'd like  to secure the leg and see if it heals, any input?  I'd love to have a rescuer take her but all the bird groups take wild birds around here and I really don't have the budget for  a vet bill.
Thanks,
Connie

Answer
Hi Connie,

Here is a great website that might help you out with the band identification:

http://www.pigeon.org/lostbirdinfo.htm

Here is also a list of pigeon rescuers and rehabbers by location that you can contact:

http://www.pigeon-life.net/prd.htm

Do you know where the leg is broken at? Here is a skeletal drawing that may help:

http://people.eku.edu/ritchisong/skeleton.html

And finally, here is a drawing that may help you with splinting and securing the leg:

http://www.pigeons.biz/forums/showpost.php?p=308300&postcount=25

I have just a few more questions: does the pigeon drink and eat well? Does the leg dangle or it limps?

Thanks,
Stacie