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Fangorn our 5 week old Tawny Owl and Oak our 21 year old Tawny Owl!
It's hard to believe that Oak once used to be so fluffy. At just 5 weeks old Fangorn is now the same weight as Oak!
this post was submitted on 10 Jun 2025
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For owls that are superb.
US Wild Animal Rescue Database: Animal Help Now
International Wildlife Rescues: RescueShelter.com
Australia Rescue Help: WIRES
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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.
For more detailed help, see the OwlPages Rescue page.
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Aww, I am glad you liked it. Owls don't usually live too long in the wild due to all the natural and manmade dangers, but given protection they can live a long time.
I got to know my man Hootie for a bit, and they didn't know how old he was, but he had a medical procedure that the received as an adult that was banned over 20 years ago, and he lived at the park for a number of years after they acquired him, putting him near 30, which is very tremendous.
They are amazing animals and I'm glad I can help you enjoy them even more!