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[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 21 minutes ago

I've been around some of that. Love comes in many different flavors! ๐Ÿ˜„

[โ€“] [email protected] 6 points 1 hour ago

They are! They're big, super strong, grippy, spring loaded, and they kinda have a toe-thumb. Without hands, the feet have to pull double duty, and they put them to great use.

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 1 hour ago

You're the one that gets all the people upset when there's some rare salamander or endangered frog that holds up the bridge rebuild? ๐Ÿ˜„

I'm just glad that work is still being done. It's one of the things I'm concerned about in the near term, at least here in the US. I know the spotted owl surveys have been defunded/canceled, and I'm sure many others have been as well. Thank you for looking out for the animals, and I did a post from the Minnesota Dept of Transportation today and their ongoing work to keep Burrowing Owls safe around their roadways.

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 3 hours ago (2 children)

You've got the right idea! I elaborated a little more in my reply.

I keep meaning to get a copy of our intake form so you guys can see what info gets requested for dropping off an animal. That way if any of you find a critter in need, you know what all to be aware of. I've never looked too closely at it myself as I don't do intakes. ๐Ÿ˜

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 3 hours ago (1 children)

Sorry, the wording they used is a bit confusing.

It doesn't help in this particular case is what they're trying to say, because since it was a hawk that grabbed this bird, they have no idea where the baby owl came from and can't return it to its parents.

If you were to find an owl like this, since it is too small to fly, if you are able to tell the rescue people "I found it under this tree here!" then they would probably be able to locate the original nest/parents and return the baby to them safely and so it has owl parents to raise it.

It's always best to return animals where they came from because they belong there and that is a place they were living successfully, and with babies, they learn to be proper wild animals if they're raised by their wild parents and can learn where to find food/water/shelter in that particular local ecosystem.

 

From MNDOT

Sometimes "sharing the road" includes the natural space around it! MnDOT is collaborating with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' Nongame Wildlife Program and a landowner in southwest Minnesota to protect a rare pair of burrowing owls. We've adjusted our mowing patterns, and DNR will continue to monitor the burrow to make sure it's not disturbed.

Here's more info on efforts to protect Burrowing Owls in MN.

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Tahoma (lemmy.world)
 

From Izzy Edwards

Lovely Tahoma (Mount Rainier) looming over a Short- eared Owl

 

From A Place Called Hope

This sweet baby Eastern Screech Owl was delivered to the Torrington PD after being dropped by a hawk. The baby's origin is unknown, but he is safe and has no real injuries!! So lucky and so cute.

Just a reminder to always make note of the location you pick up injured wildlife for the ultimate goal of return. It's not always possible, like in this scenario, but when it is, it helps us to do the best for recovered patients.

 

From ARC

Foot health is crucial for raptors, as their feet and talons are their primary tools for catching and disabling prey. Consequently, foot injuries are not uncommon among raptors admitted for rehabilitation. However, what you see in the first picture is exceptionally rare: a young great horned owl with webbed toes. We were very surprised when we first noticed this owl's condition. Over the years, we have encountered hundreds of great horned owls, none of which displayed webbing between the toes, a condition known as syndactyly.

This owlet, whom we nicknamed Webster, had webbing on both feet, connecting the third and fourth digits. Owls possess semi-zygodactyl feet and can rotate their fourth digit, which aids in grasping. However, due to the fusion with his third toe, Webster was unable to rotate his fourth digit. It quickly became apparent that he was struggling with normal foot placement during perching.

After careful examination by our veterinarian, it was determined that Webster could undergo surgery to separate the digits (second picture). Following a successful surgery and recovery period, Webster was placed in a flight enclosure where he was able to perch and use his feet normally. After spending some time strengthening his wings and feet, Webster proved he was capable of release! The last picture shows Webster before his release later that night.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 18 hours ago

IceRaven on mobile mostly. Was diehard for Kiwi, but it's stopped development and is being absorbed into Edge. Tried all the current stuff, and IceRaven was the most like what I was used to.

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 20 hours ago

She said she saw me kill a chiiiipmunk

It wasn't me!

[โ€“] [email protected] 3 points 20 hours ago

Careful, still pretty prickly when you handle them!

[โ€“] [email protected] 2 points 21 hours ago

I'd love to see an owl in actual Mothra style, with the glittery eyes and all that. It would look so adorable! ๐Ÿฅฐ

[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 day ago

Better Scottish owl voice: Classic Scrooge McDuck or Samauri Jack's Scotsman?

[โ€“] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago

I love closeups of the face since you get to see those intricate structures of a number of specialized feather types. I think a lot of people think of feathers as feathers, but the body, ear, eyelash, facial disc, and "moustache" feathers are all different to serve different functions.

 

These owls are amazing looking! I love Dusky Eagle Owls! ๐Ÿฅฐ

From Zuhairi Avian

Up close and personal with the majestic Dusky Eagle Owl, a true marvel of nature's artistry. Its piercing yellow eyes and intricate feather patterns make it a captivating sight in the wild.

May 2025 | Nikon D500

Malaysia, Tanjung Karang |

Nikkor AF-S 600mm | Editing LR | DoP 260525

 

From Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Knock knock... Hoo's there?? Great-Horned Owl 25-471!

The Wildlife Clinic at the Schuylkill Center admitted a fledgling Great-Horned Owl in need of help. The young owl was spotted on a golf course where he was lethargic and not moving. The bird was safely captured and brought to our center for evaluation.

In collaboration with Dr. James Cortell from Radnor Veterinary Hospital, we were able to determine that the owl had sustained a break to his ulna. However, the injury was fairly old and had mostly repaired itself already. Thankfully, the bone healed properly and in the right place. However, the joint had become stiff and was not able to extend to its full length.

Our team began a physical therapy regimen with 25-471, which consisted of daily stretches to help the joint return to its full range of motion. So far, he has made amazing progress and we hope that he can begin flight practice soon!

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Shaggy (lemmy.world)
 

From Dave Vanden Heuvel

Soaking wet barred owlet. Hopefully monsoon season is over now. May 2025 - NE Wisconsin

 

From Frank Rodin

Eastern Screech Owl. Sarnia, Canada.

Not sure if you all will enjoy this one or not, but it's got me picturing a giant owl emerging from a crater, possibly to fight or team up with Godzilla. ๐Ÿ˜

 

From James C Sengul

A recently fledged Eastern Screech-Owlet is trying to adapt to its environment / May 20 2025

Photography by James C SENGUL

Sony A1 / Sony 600MM F4 GM

I feel you, little buddy.... ๐Ÿ˜”

 

From Chetan Kher

It is my first year photographing owlets, so I wasn't aware of many breeding/nesting locations. I found this location because one of my good friends told me about it. So, I thought of trying my luck. When I reached to the location, I was very pleased to see two owlets perched high on trees. When I was about to photograph the two owlets, I saw something falling on the ground from another tree. Before I can find out what it was, someone on the other side of trail shouted, "Baby Owl". I instantly realized there is another owlet which I haven't seen yet. I quickly went to the other side and saw this owlet on the ground looking up towards the mom asking for help.

For next several minutes, it kept trying to fly/hop back on to different trees and kept falling on the ground. It was just amazing to see the sheer perseverance of this little owlet. I was later told that this kind of action don't happen every day and I was fortunate to see something like this.

Barred Owlet

 

From Diana Rafferty Yatson

Great Horned owl with nictitating membrane covering its eyes as it prepares its recently caught prey.

 

From Andrew Marshall

So: Just how "little" is a Little owl ? Well smaller than a worm anyway!!

Male Little owl (Athene noctua) with a medium to large earthworm he brought in and delivered to his little Little owlets! #spaghettinight

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