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If you find an injured owl:

Note your exact location so the owl can be released back where it came from. Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitation specialist to get correct advice and immediate assistance.

Minimize stress for the owl. If you can catch it, toss a towel or sweater over it and get it in a cardboard box or pet carrier. It should have room to be comfortable but not so much it can panic and injure itself. If you can’t catch it, keep people and animals away until help can come.

Do not give food or water! If you feed them the wrong thing or give them water improperly, you can accidentally kill them. It can also cause problems if they require anesthesia once help arrives, complicating procedures and costing valuable time.

If it is a baby owl, and it looks safe and uninjured, leave it be. Time on the ground is part of their growing up. They can fly to some extent and climb trees. If animals or people are nearby, put it up on a branch so it’s safe. If it’s injured, follow the above advice.

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From Raven Ridge Wildlife Center

This year has been remarkable for our efforts in admitting and caring for Barn Owls. Despite never having had any Barn Owls as patients, we've recently admitted four owls in the last few weeks. These majestic creatures were trapped in a silo and almost overlooked during the silage emptying process by a farmer. Each of them received a thorough examination and a sumptuous dinner to satisfy their large appetite. We collaborated with Dan Mummert, the PA Game Commission biologist for our area, to ensure the well- being of these magnificent birds. After being banded, they were successfully relocated to nest with other active and fledging owls, and they are currently being carefully monitored. These owls are thriving in their new safe environment, and are adapting well among fellow Barn Owls.

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[–] homesweethomeMrL@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

“You say this is for the frontpage of SuperbOwl Magazine??

Whaaaa?!!”

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[–] anon6789@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

This one's definitely not camera shy. He's a total ham! 😄