Original post – 11 May 2018
by Raindancer Wild Bird Rescue
located in Olympia, Washington, US
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We picked up a nestling barred owl a couple of days ago after it was found on the ground in West Olympia. We looked around for a nest or parents, but didn’t see any other owl activity. Fortunately, the owlet is healthy and eating well. Since it’s important to raise young birds with others of their species for proper socialization, we will be sending the owlet to West Sound Wildlife Shelter this weekend to join their single owlet.

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Original post – 21 Mar 2020
in Seattle, Washington, US
Photo: ANNIE MARIE MUSSELMAN
website | instagram

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Here is a rescued northern saw-whet owl at a wildlife rehab center near Seattle where I worked and photographed for 7 years.❤️❤️❤️

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Photo: JAY WIGGS

A #SuperbOwl for you this Sunday, from near Seattle, Washington State.

Original post – 31 Oct 2024
by West Sound Wildlife Shelter

located in Bainbridge Island, Washington US 🇺🇸
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This Barred owl was found by a kind member of the public on the ground in their backyard. After carefully picking up this beautiful creature, they were able to get him up to us where we’ve been working tirelessly to provide the best care possible. After some medication and a stomach full of food, his fire has started coming back. His release is on the horizon!

Barred owls are known for their distinctive call often described as “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you all?”. As we rapidly approach the colder months, listen closely for your local Barred owl looking for a mate and nesting place.

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Original post – 04 Dec 2021
by Discovery Bay Wild Bird Rescue
located in Port Townsend, Washington US
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This is a short-eared owl. He weighs 310 grams-so not very big. A female might weigh up to 500 grams. His name refers to two small feather tufts on the top of the head. This cute guy was caught in a barbed-wire fence and tore a large portion of his right wing open. Dr. Ginny Johnson was able to surgically suture soft tissue back together. We did it right here at our facilities new surgical suite. Your donation dollars at work! We put a new anesthesia machine, wet table, and surgical light to use. These owls are disappearing all around the country and are endangered in some states. Here, they are a species of great concern. Habitat loss and predation are the main causes. His recovery depends on how well his wounds heal. We are providing expert care and hope he gets to be released!

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Original post – 21 Dec 2022
by Sarvey Wildlife Care Center

located in Arlington, Washington, US 🇺🇸
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Patient of the Week – Cat Caught Northern Pygmy-owl
He was brought in the house by a cat. Fortunately, there are no serious injuries and he is angry and feisty! He is finishing up a round of antibiotics and we will wait for the snow to subside, then he will be returned to his territory.

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Original post – 01 Jan 2020
by Sarvey Wildlife Care Center

located in Arlington, Washington, US 🇺🇸
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Initial admission – 24 Dec 2019

“Patient of the Week – Christmas owl – well he is actually a Burrowing owl and arrived on Christmas Eve. This poor guy was stuck in netting at a golf course in Renton and the people that found him couldn’t find anywhere to take him. They finally got in touch with a small mammal rescue place in Carnation, Footprints Wildlife. Kathi of Footprints called our Director on her cell phone at home, who then reached our Clinic Manager. Everyone was trying to make it to holiday events, but coordinating everything went smoothly and all had a peaceful night. Most importantly the little owl is now eating well and stable. He has an injured leg and our vet will be seeing him tomorrow. Thanks to everyone who took time that evening to help this adorable little owl.”

Update 01 Jan 2020:

The Burrowing owl is doing much better. Check out his legs! So adorable and expressive.

Final update 26 Mar 2020:

Remember our Christmas Eve rescue? A Burrowing owl that caught in netting at a golf course – he was a young owl migrating with mom when he was stuck and left behind. We had to over winter him and last week we released him! He was taken to an established breeding area in Benton county. You can see the area and the burrows the federal refuge has in place. He is banded and we hope he has a long life!

For those willing and able please consider helping fund Sarvey Wildlife Care Center at the following DONATION LINK. Your generosity ensures the best possible care for their animal guests.

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Original post – Audubon Magazine – Nov/Dec 2014
Rehab: A Birdy Love Story, in Pictures
in Washington, US

Photos: ANNIE MARIE MUSSELMAN
@anniemariemusselman on instagram

Nanjiska, a Snowy Owl with extensive wing damage.

She was found bound up in fishing line tethered to a tree. We cared for her at a wildlife rescue where I volunteered and photographed.

Original post – 12 Dec 2018
by Sarvey Wildlife

located in Arlington, Washington, US 🇺🇸
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Patient of the Week – Entangled Great Horned owl – he was discovered a couple of weeks ago stuck in netting over a chicken coop. He had some serious wounds to his foot but is improving and will be released very soon.

Status: Released

For those willing and able please consider helping fund Sarvey Wildlife Care Center at the following DONATION LINK. Your generosity ensures the best possible care for their animal guests.

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