Queensland – Owls in Towels https://owlsintowels.org/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:39:41 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.2 https://owlsintowels.org/content/media/tBNh7to.png Queensland – Owls in Towels https://owlsintowels.org/ 32 32 One Grouchy Boobook https://owlsintowels.org/one-grouchy-boobook/ https://owlsintowels.org/one-grouchy-boobook/#respond Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=4472 *Image Transcription:* --- A grouchy looking Boobook is wrapped in a thick white towel, held by a rehabber wearing a stethoscope over teal scrubs. Her mossy olive green eyes (the owl, not the rehabber) are dilated and crossed, under a white-accented brow in the shape of an angry boomerang, amongst feathers that are otherwise brown and tan.

Photo: SCOTT POWICK

Original post – 06 Feb 2021
at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital (CWH)

located in Currumbin, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
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Overview:

A native Boobook Owl is administered medical treatment at Australia’s busiest native wildlife clinic.

The owl was pictured in a 2021 article by Gold Coast Bulletin, reporting CWH was struggling to source steady income while patient admissions surged. With over 14,000 annual wildlife admissions and $1.8 million AUD in operating costs, staff were using second-hand or broken equipment and struggling to turn on the lights.

Citing public investment as covering only 30% of costs, CWH managers sought to increase government partnerships at city, state and federal levels, while also proposing to levy property developers to offset costs. However, a spokesperson at Gold Coast City Council said that under existing law, developer charges could “only be used for trunk infrastructure and not distributed to third parties.”

CWH therefore relies heavily on community support, saying “we appreciate every dollar and couldn’t do what we do without the support we receive”.

Link to donate to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital for those willing and able.

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox boobookAustralian BoobookWiki link
]]> https://owlsintowels.org/one-grouchy-boobook/feed/ 0 Sundae the Barn Owl https://owlsintowels.org/sundae-the-barn-owl/ https://owlsintowels.org/sundae-the-barn-owl/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=1934 A Barn Owl is wrapped in a light slate-blue towel, head rotated to the side like a model. The rehabilitator wears a khaki uniform, and holds the bundle of towel with their bare fingers. The owl has mostly white feathers except for a heart-shaped band around his facial disc that appears charred on the edges (no fire, it only looks that way), as well as a coat of dark ashy patterning at the top of his head which fades to a collar of speckles around his neck.

7th of Owltober!

Original post – 25 Apr 2022
by Wildlife Warriors

located in Beerwah, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
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Wildlife Warriors was established in 2002 by Steve and Terri Irwin. Here’s what they had to say about this Barn Owl:

“We love Sundae the barn owl! 🌸 He was found on the ground after being attacked by birds, and was admitted to our #AustraliaZoo Wildlife Hospital. 🦉He suffered from soft tissue trauma in his eyes, and received specialised treatment and care by our expert vet team. Upon fully recovering, Sundae was released back for a second chance at life in the wild. How adorable is he?! 😍”

Link to donate to Wildlife Warriors for those willing and able.

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Tyto albaWestern Barn OwlWiki link

]]> https://owlsintowels.org/sundae-the-barn-owl/feed/ 0 Distinguished Gentle-Bird https://owlsintowels.org/distinguished-gentle-bird/ https://owlsintowels.org/distinguished-gentle-bird/#respond Sun, 28 Sep 2025 23:00:00 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=2112 A Boobook is snugly wrapped in a plain earthy-taupe fabric. The owl has brown and gingery feathers with a white brow area, and olive green eyes, each reflecting a ceiling light. The wrap pushes some of the owl's plumage up around his/her neck, like a prestigious feathery collar.

Original post – 24 Apr 2019

by Kobble Bird Shelter, in Kobble Creek, Queensland

A juvenile Australian Boobook is being treated for a wing injury.

Note: I reached out and KBS politely declined our offer to include a donation link (and it seems their GoFundMe is currently not accepting donations)

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox boobookAustralian BoobookWiki link



Bonus vid:

]]> https://owlsintowels.org/distinguished-gentle-bird/feed/ 0 Ghostly fledgling Boobook https://owlsintowels.org/ghostly-fledgling-boobook/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=1810 A closeup of a fledgling Australian Boobook with its head wrapped like a headscarf or cloak. The wrap is pale blue and made of fleece or felt. Being young, the owl's feathers are still a little fuzzy a mix of cream and chocolate. Those around its beak and brows are the lightest, forming a white mask in the shape of an X, flanked by a darker brown eye-shadow on the sides. The owl's eyes stare into the camera with pupils that are wide, but not completely black. There is a pale blue cloudiness to them that matches the wrap, giving this Boobook an overall ghostly look.

Original post – 18 Nov 2020

by RSPCA Queensland
located in Wacol, Australia

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A fledgling Boobook owl from Cleveland, Redlands is being cared for by RSPCA wildlife hospital staff. Full article is paywalled but here’s a snippet…

RSPCA Qld is swamped with almost 100 injured animals every day

THE RSPCA’s wildlife hospital is swamped with patients as almost 100 animals a day are brought into care.

Spring is called trauma season by RSPCA wildlife staff because of the high number of casualties, especially with birds leaving the nest and attacks from cats and dogs, says RSPCA spokesman Michael Beatty.

“Our vets are seeing close to 100 patients a day,” he said. “It’s the breeding and birthing season so animals are on the move and giving birth.”

Link to donate to RSPCA Queensland for those willing and able.

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox boobookAustralian BoobookWiki link
]]> Grace is Delighted to See the Vet https://owlsintowels.org/grace-is-delighted-to-see-the-vet/ Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:06:51 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=967

Original post – 25 Apr 2024
by Wildlife Warriors

located in Beerwah, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
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Wildlife Warriors was established in 2002 by Steve and Terri Irwin. Here’s what they had to say about Grace:

Grace the barking owl clearly isn’t a fan of visiting the doctor! 🦉 she was found sitting in a driveway, and was brought to us at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. The vets discovered she had a fractured wing, and she went straight into surgery. She may look grumpy, but we’re sure she’s grateful… deep down! 💚

Update 16 June 2024

Do you remember Grace the barking owl that was admitted a while back? 🦉 She’s been doing so well in her recovery, and recently had a check up with Dr Bert. Her splint is off, and she’s well on her way to heading home! 🥰 Stay tuned for her release in the coming weeks!

Grace in a Burrito and Donut mode
Photos: Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital

Final Update 24 June 2024

Grace the barking owl has had her final check up from Dr Bert, and she’s ready to head back home to the bush! 🌳💚 Saving these animals and getting home is our mission. Each and every life is important. 🦉

Link to donate to Wildlife Warriors for those willing and able.

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox connivensBarking owlWiki link

]]> Orphaned but Thriving https://owlsintowels.org/orphaned-but-thriving/ Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:03:00 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=964

Original post – 26 Jan 2023 – Source
by Wildlife Warriors

located in Beerwah, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
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Wildlife Warriors was established in 2002 by Steve and Terri Irwin. Here’s what they had to say about Winnie the Boobook:

Winnie the orphaned boobook owl was found without a nest or her parents nearby. Thankfully, this cutie doesn’t have any injuries upon being checked out by our expert vet team, and is thriving with her specialised wildlife carer. 🥰 When she’s old enough, Winnie will be released into the wild. 🌸

Link to donate to Wildlife Warriors for those willing and able.

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Ninox boobookAustralian boobookWiki link

]]> Misfortune Prompts Nickname https://owlsintowels.org/misfortune-prompts-nickname/ https://owlsintowels.org/misfortune-prompts-nickname/#respond Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:30:34 +0000 https://owlsintowels.org/?p=749

Original post – 25 Oct 2022
by Currumbin Wildlife Hospital

located in Currumbin, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺
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Original text:

Meet our newest Barn Owl patient, Count Dracula 🧛

Count Dracula was brought to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital after being found in the surf 🏥

He was water soaked, had blood in his mouth and had bruising on his eyelids.

He is currently in rehab under the careful watch of our vet team whilst he recovers. Once he’s healthy and strong enough, he will be released back into the wild 🍃

You can help fund Currumbin Wildlife Hospital at the following DONATION LINK

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SpeciesCommon NameMore info
Tyto javanicaEastern Barn OwlWiki link

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