Spring is in full swing which means lots of baby animals out in nature; many might find themselves in trouble, so this is what to do when finding baby owls.
Johannesburg, South Africa (27 September 2022) – New life begins to pop up everywhere as spring fast approaches. That means baby birds, owls, bats, and bunnies abound. The Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital shares helpful tips to make sure any young animals are properly assisted if found in some trouble.
Their latest guide comes after receiving over 30 young barn owls in a very short space of time. They hope that by raising awareness, people will be better equipped to deal with the situation of finding an owl.
“In the past few weeks, we have treated over 30 Barn owls (Tyto alba) and Spotted eagle owls (Bubo africanus). These patients have been admitted for various reasons: injuries (eg caught on fences), illness (most notably trich), and removals where their safety was in question, or their presence was unwanted.
In each instance, we are careful to consider if they can be returned, and also, in case of treatment, how quickly we can return them to their area of origin. Owls, like most other animals, are territorial, and thus it is essential that we try and get them back to their homes. Additionally, during breeding season, we are acutely mindful that there are possibly family members relying on their parents for food or care.
We have created another flow sheet (we have a growing collection!) to assist in owl queries. If in ANY doubt, you can always call us: 071 248 1514″
As there will be many animals being born, you can also find guides on what to do if you find a baby bird or bat, or a baby bunny/hare.