Use Sticky Traps with Extreme Caution
Two day’s in a row we spent 30 minutes bathing a Western Screech Owl in an attempt to remove glue that coated his feathers. We thought we were making good progress, but the owl died on the third day. A better option than the sticky trap is to place a snap trap in an out of sight space like a cupboard or closet. You will very likely catch the intended rodent.
Northern Goshawk Struck by a Vehicle in Pasco
We rarely admit Northern Goshawks. They are usually found in the timber. Perhaps this adult bird was migrating. He appears to have a back injury. He can move his legs and feet, but he is unable to stand. Fortunately he is very willing to eat cut up food from a dish. Hopefully his condition will improve with tincture of time and anti-inflammatories.
Barn Owl 21-788
The Barn Owl was found in the road and has a head injury. He was likely hit by a car. He appears to be blind. We are hoping tincture of time and anti-inflammatories will improve his condition.
Three Western Screech Owls Returned Home
Volunteer Bill released two Screech Owls in the Walla Walla area and volunteer Kelly released a third owl in Hermiston. Below, the third owl is about to have a band out on his leg. All raptors are banded before release. Banding is an inexpensive way to obtain information about released birds.
Visitors from Umpqua Wildlife Rescue
I had a wonderful time this weekend visiting with fellow wildlife rehabilitators from Umpqua Wildlife Rescue in Roseburg.
Lead Poisoned Golden Eagle Continues to Improve
The eagle is doing well, but we had to put modified booties on him to keep the large back toe, the halux, from folding under his foot. WE’ve just received word that another lead poisoned golden eagle will soon arrive. Eagles and other wildlife are poisoned by lead when they feed on carcasses that have been shot with lead ammunition. The easiest way to prevent lead poisoning is to Hunt Lead Free!
Blue Mountain Wildlife is again participating in the Valley Giving Guide sponsored by Blue Mountain Community Foundation. The Valley Giving Guide is a year-end fundraising effort to bring donations and attention to nonprofits in our community. It’s an online donation page that will be available starting on November 30th (Giving Tuesday) thru the end of December 2021! We receive 100% of each online donation! All donations will count towards the Matching Funds that the foundation is raising for this event. Checks will be accepted…information on where to send them is in the FAQ page on the Valley Giving Guide. Thank You for your support!
