More than 40 wild creatures, mostly birds, were rescued in Mumbai and its surrounding districts following heavy rains in the region, an office-bearer of an animal welfare organisation said on Tuesday, reported PTI.

Birds and other creatures suffered injuries due to fractures, falls from nests, and displacement due to heavy rainfall and strong winds, Resqink Association for Wildlife Welfare (RAWW) founder-president Pawan Sharma said, reported PTI.