Pendleton is bustling with activity as Round-Up Week approaches. We were fortunate to have a quiet week at BMW, admitting just two migratory birds. 

MacGillivray’s Warbler 25-467 is missing many wing and tail feathers after being brought into a house by a cat. We suspect it first hit a window. No fractures were apparent on an x-ray. We are hopeful it can quickly regrow the feathers in time for fall migration.

American Crow 25-468 was found in La Grande. An x-ray showed significant damage in its left shoulder, including a coracoid fracture, as well as damage to the pelvis. It was likely struck by a vehicle. The injuries were too extensive repair and the crow was euthanized.

Fire danger is still high throughout the west. So far, none of the fires have been close, but the smoky air results in beautiful sunrises. Tricia captured the photo below…

Thank you to all who have donated artificial Christmas trees. Barn Owl Helen really likes hers!