Bald Eagle 18-006 A Sad Update
The young eagle could not overcome the toxic effects of lead poisoning. She died less than two weeks after being released. Hunting with non-lead ammunition is the easiest way to prevent ingested lead toxicity in wildlife. For more information on hunting lead-free visit Hunting with non-lead
Northern Pygmy-owl 19-056
At 60 grams (just over two ounces), a male Northern Pygmy-owl is one of the smallest, and fiercest, raptors in our region. This little guy collided with something, injuring his left shoulder. He was admitted a bit underweight at 46 grams, but now weighs a normal 59 grams. Pygmy-owls are a diurnal owl who typically prey on birds during the day. They have false eye spots that make them appear to have eyes in the back of their head. This is a protective mechanism that may make mobbing songbirds or potential predators think the owl is watching them.
Soar Higher Update
We have passed the halfway mark in meeting Linda Wolcott’s challenge. Thank you to everyone who has donated. You have raised $12,825. If you haven’t had a chance to make a donation, you still five weeks to help us meet Linda's challenge and raise $50,000 to help BMW Soar Higher!
Save the Date: Saturday, March 30, 2019, 1 pm
Interested in being a Volunteer for Blue Mountain Wildlife? Come to the Volunteer meeting Saturday, March 30, 1 pm at McNary Wildlife Refuge in Burbank, WA. There will be refreshments, and information about how our volunteers help save our local wildlife!
