I'd argue that, while arguably not common, it's perfectly normal.
When we say goodbye to the people, pets and possessions that had an emotional impact upon us, we often enact some form of ritual or ceremony. It's both a way of showing respect and of exercising compassion.
There's also an important process of catharsis at work too.
Wild animals deserve our respect and compassion too, so I don't think you're out of bounds in extending a similar farewell ritual to them too.
Is it normal that i bury dead birds that i find?
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I'd argue that, while arguably not common, it's perfectly normal.
When we say goodbye to the people, pets and possessions that had an emotional impact upon us, we often enact some form of ritual or ceremony. It's both a way of showing respect and of exercising compassion.
There's also an important process of catharsis at work too.
Wild animals deserve our respect and compassion too, so I don't think you're out of bounds in extending a similar farewell ritual to them too.