Barred Owls starving in northcentral Wisconsin


Barred Owls starving in northcentral Wisconsin


Barred Owls in North Central Wisconsin can’t get enough to eat right now.

That’s because a thick snowpack with layers of ice prevents them from plunging through the snow to get to the mice they eat.

The Raptor Education Group based in Antigo says it’s a very difficult time for Barred Owls.

They have many starving Barred Owls in their care, with more coming in.

They’re also getting many calls about owls not moving or semi-conscious in yards.

They ask that people call the Raptor Education Group at 715-623-4015 for advice on how to capture a Barred Owl if you see one you can approach...


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Ken Notes: I love these little guys and they eat mice, perfect. If you see one in distress call the number in the article. AND Send me a picture, if I can help save just one it will be a good year!

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