Feisty Owl Now Stable

A Ruru Morepork wrapped in a blue and white (but mostly white) towel. Someone could make the argument it's a mostly blue towel and merely has a facade of white terry loops over the blue base but they probably wouldn't. The rehabilitator holding this bundle of owl wears a teal top and black apron. Much of the owl's fluffy down is visible, as is a clenched foot with criss-crossed talons. A light is reflected as a white circle in each pupil of this Ruru's golden yellow eyes, much like the logo for Owls in Towels.

Original post – 15 Jul 2025

by Birdcare Aotearoa
located in Green Bay, Auckland

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This feisty Ruru (Morepork) was brought to our friends at Pet Doctors (@pdstlukes) after being attacked by a feral cat in Patumahoe.

Their team did a fantastic job stabilising the ruru with oxygen, pain relief, fluids, and starting antibiotics before transferring to BirdCare Aotearoa for continued rehabilitation. 🏥🩹

Now two days into care here at BirdCare, we’re happy to report that patient 25-1185 is recovering well!

We love it’s disgruntled expression – Ruru are very expressive. Be assured this Ruru is receiving the very best care – and we’re optimistic for a full and speedy recovery. 💚

Link to donate to Birdcare Aotearoa for those willing and able.

xo owlsintowels

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox novaeseelandiaeMoreporkWiki link

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