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Got Wings?

Sorry for the fuzzy quality but this snapshot was too good to pass up (thanks, Deputy Dawg!). Our Great Horned Owl chick is stretching his/her wings and testing the air in Montana.Great Horned Owl feathers are exceptionally soft, providing superb insulation and allowing for silent flight. These baby’s wings could eventually grow to a wingspan

Meet Our Owlet!

While Mr. and Mrs. Hoot’s attempt at a nest this season wasn’t fruitful, the pair is doing well and has been sighted. Thankfully, the Owl Research Institute has set up a Live Owlet Cam on a nearby Great Horned Owl nest where a two-week-old chick is currently being raised! From Jess at the ORI: For those of