This Eastern Screech Owl (23-4998) was discovered in Fort Lauderdale unable to fly. With a confirmed left wing fracture, the wing was placed in a wrap to allow for proper alignment while healing. Severe trauma was also noted in the right eye. With regular bandage changes and physical therapy, this patient’s wing has healed nicely. After over a month in care and several visits with an ophthalmologist, the condition of the owl’s eye continued to degrade. The decision was made to surgically remove

The little Eastern Screech-Owl lives alongside people in many suburban and even urban settings throughout the eastern United States. Although widespread, this nocturnal bird, like the Barn Owl and Eastern Whip-poor-will, often goes unseen and is best detected by its song and calls. The screech-owl has a distinctive, whinny-like call. If you've heard that odd sound, you may have an Eastern Screech-Owl as a neighbor! This owl also brings an unexpected visitor to its nest in one of the bird world's

Eastern screech out call.. it’s so soft I almost couldn’t hear it. #owl #Oklahoma #screechowl | Kyle Underwood photography

Call of the screech-owl Eastern screech-owls are active at night and are far more often heard than seen. Turn the volume way up and listen closely… then watch the owl’s reaction to another screech owl calling! These owls vocalize frequently, so learning to identify their call is a great way to know when one is near. More facts: http://bit.ly/2BAGWl3 Attract screech-owls to your property by putting up nest boxes: http://bit.ly/2P9U6xF Screech-owls will also nest in kestrel boxes. Plans: http://bi

1.4K views · 1.3K reactions | The captivating gaze of an Eastern Screech Owl黎⁠ The 18-million-acre Florida Wildlife Corridor provides critical habitat for many of Florida’s avian species. The natural pathways of the Corridor allow wildlife to navigate freely between our remaining wild spaces to forage, breed, and thrive.⁠ ⁠ : @aramisnature | Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation | Facebook