Fall migration is well underway. Many birds who are normally active during the day, migrate at night in order to avoid day-time predators. You can help them migrate safely by turning off or dimming outside lights. If that is not possible, make sure the lights point down toward the ground. Bright lights can disorient birds. We know a healthy world needs clean water and clean air. It also needs a dark night sky to help birds migrate safely and give you the opportunity to view the nighttime sky.
There was a was full moon on September 26. If the night skies are clear, as they often are in Pendleton, the moon is an amazing night light. I often don’t need a flashlight when placing mice on feeding platforms for the Barn Owls who are still returning for food.
There was just one admission this week, a Spotted Towee who was caught by a cat. He had multiple injuries that were not repairable and he was euthanized.
Cedar Waxwing 26-391 was released at a park on the Umatilla Indian Reservation. The fledgling had been admitted a month earlier with labored breathing, unable to fly. It had collided with something, perhaps a window or vehicle. Cage rest and anti-inflammatories provided the opportunity for recovery and a welcome success story.
