Say hello to Hootie the Great horned owl.
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Author: alleyyooper
Date: 12 Dec 2006 1:30 pm
Our drive way is 400 + feet long. It runs along a old stand pine plantaion and a creek. There is high line (electric power) that runs along the edge of the trees. Yesterday we were going to go shop some and when we got near the end of the drive where it turns away from the trees there sat an owl on a hunk of log. I drove by it and Kare said where is the camera when you want it. I said I would drive back and she could get it. The whole time the owl sat there, posed for some pictures even. Then it decided things were just not to her likeing so tried to fly. She couldn't fly. As you will see her left wing is injured possiable from hitting the power line. Now I must say why I say she. There is no doubt she is a great horned owl but on the small side for an adult, females are smaller there fore a she, Of course I'll know for sure tomorrow.
We called the sister in law a member of the local Audubon group to see if she knew of some one who would rehab the owl. After half the day we found these people http://www.wildliferecovery.org/
who said they would take her if we could deliver her to a vet in Midland Michigan. I delivered her early this morning. Barb told us on the phone last night, we can call to get updates on her health and recovery, PLUS they will make every effort to release her back in our area since she must have a mate here.
I had put a dish of water in the cage with her right after I caught her, then a mouse I had caught about 10:30PM. This morning the mouse was gone and over half the water.
Got up early this morning and delivered Hootie to the Vet in Midland. Very nice people they seemed. Even though I didn't get to know Hootie that well it brought a tear to my eye to say good bye.
:D Al
Author: ramit
Date: 12 Dec 2006 1:40 pm
Some pix Al!!
tnx!
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 12 Dec 2006 1:41 pm
Remember you must have a permit in Michigan to keep a raptor. You can help a hurt one as we did by calling a recovery group and being placed on their call in list and deliver the raptor to them.
:D Al
Author: MissSnowshoveler
Date: 12 Dec 2006 2:39 pm
That's a sad story, but thanks to you Hootie should be up and flying in no time.
Sherri
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 12 Dec 2006 4:34 pm
Thank you.
The capture::::
I thought if I had Kare stand near by it would watch her as I worked around to her back. Didn't work like that at all as she kept watching me walking rather than kare just standing there.
One thing I have learned in life is, females will put up with a whole lot if you keep telling them enough they are beautiful. So I kept talking to her and telling her she was beautiful and I wasn't going to hurt her. She let me get close enough I could cover her with an old blanket which I wrapped around her feet once I got her picked up.
:) Al
Author: Marshall
Date: 12 Dec 2006 4:45 pm
Al,
You are a kind and gentle man. Thanks!
Author: bbwb
Date: 12 Dec 2006 5:44 pm
Alley, that is great! It is nice to see humans giving something back to nature :)
Was she stressed out and peck at you after you got ahold of her?
bbwb
Author: mrmom
Date: 12 Dec 2006 9:08 pm
Great job! God bless you!
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 12 Dec 2006 9:38 pm
Cool pictures!
I've only seen Barred owls around here....
Owls are cool! :)
Author: Chris S
Date: 12 Dec 2006 10:05 pm
Nice job Al!! What a great story.
C
Author: Yukon
Date: 13 Dec 2006 1:21 am
WoW You have given back to mother earth (in time) an amazing creature that would of surely died without your intervention. :vg:
She ate and drank which is a great sign. They are very resilliant birds and if all thats wrong is a busted wing, she should be good to go in no time. Lets hope it wasn't busted up too badly.
Either way, even if she can't make it back to the wild, it sounds like the people will make sure she has a safe enclosed life for worse case scenarios.
You have done well young (and greying :wink:) grasshopper!!
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 13 Dec 2006 8:41 am
Yes she is a beautiful bird. The great spirit knows where to send the critters who need the helping hands. Kare asked If I have always been a softy or if she had some thing to do with it.
Remember the beautiful thing? always say yes, you molded and shaped me.After talking to the rescue people If hootie can not be released she will be used to educate school children and adults at nature centers.
The also have a highly placed vet at MSU's vet school on call for really bad cases. The MSU vet is also the main vet for the Lansing Michigan based Potter Park Zoo and Raptor Reabiation center. I did call him also, Barb just returned my call sooner.
:) Al
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 14 Dec 2006 11:17 am
alleyyooper..
OT..but I heard a story this morning on the the national news that made me think of you...
Someone called authorities when they heard sounds within their walls..(can't remember the city) they then found 3 million bees behind one of their kitchen walls.
They said it yielded approximately 60 lbs. of honey! :D
EDIT*..
Found the link!
www.wftv.com/news/10517404/detail.html
Author: Yukon
Date: 14 Dec 2006 11:30 am
OldToroOwner wrote:
alleyyooper..
OT..but I heard a story this morning on the the national news that made me think of you...
Someone called authorities when they heard sounds within their walls..(can't remember the city) they then found 3 million bees behind one of their kitchen walls.
They said it yielded approximately 60 lbs. of honey! :D
Ya, I just heard that too. They had those bees for about 3 or 4 years before they finaly could not deal with them anymore. They never even dreamed they had that bad an infestation. They just assumed it was a big hive... not the mother :cussing: mother of all hives!!
If that was my house, I would demand to be able to keep the honey, paturize it, bottle it and sell it. 60lbs would convert well into cash. Would pay the exterminators plus still have free yummy honey for myself and my family!
Mind you, extracting it is a whole different ballgame then when you keep them in box hives, but where there's a will, there's a way!
Author: Majorxlr8n
Date: 14 Dec 2006 5:47 pm
Al - a big HATS OFF to you for doing such a humanitarian thing! I love animals & absolutely LOVED your story! We have owls roaming about at work at night - I hear them HOOTING when I go out to pollute my lungs :roll: I sometimes even get to see one driving in. They are SOOOO cool...
BE PROUD!
Marty
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 14 Dec 2006 6:54 pm
Here is what the story I read said how long they had been there.
"Molina said the bees were there for at least two and a half years. The couple finally had enough and called in the professionals."I didn't read any place where the beekeeper said how many bees were in there.
:) Being a bee keeper myself and removing bees from buildings trees and such I think some body is full of crap saying there were 3 million bees in there.
A normal working hive at the peak of the honey flow has about 80,000 bees in it. We get about 120 pounds of honey on an advrage from one colony. A colony will die back to about 20,000 bees in the fall.
Yup think the reporter would have had a much better story if he/she had talked to the beekeeper because I wouldn't believe a word the reporter wrote ever again. I don't think any other beekeepers would have much to do with the reporter either.
As for giving the home owner the honey I would after they paid the $1000.00 I woud charge for removing the bees.
We remove bees for the bees, all the wax and honey, other wise we charge a huge fee.
:) Al
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 14 Dec 2006 9:21 pm
alleyyooper wrote:
Here is what the story I read said how long they had been there.
"Molina said the bees were there for at least two and a half years. The couple finally had enough and called in the professionals."I didn't read any place where the beekeeper said how many bees were in there.
:) Being a bee keeper myself and removing bees from buildings trees and such I think some body is full of crap saying there were 3 million bees in there.
A normal working hive at the peak of the honey flow has about 80,000 bees in it. We get about 120 pounds of honey on an advrage from one colony. A colony will die back to about 20,000 bees in the fall.
Yup think the reporter would have had a much better story if he/she had talked to the beekeeper because I wouldn't believe a word the reporter wrote ever again. I don't think any other beekeepers would have much to do with the reporter either.
As for giving the home owner the honey I would after they paid the $1000.00 I woud charge for removing the bees.
We remove bees for the bees, all the wax and honey, other wise we charge a huge fee.
:) Al
I just posted the link..I didn't write it.
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 15 Dec 2006 8:58 am
OTO, wasn't on your case. Just POD that the reporters can't do even the smallest amount of research before airing a story.
It would have also been nice it the reporter had talked to the bee keeper and got some facts straight.
I removed bees from a barn this summer that had been there for 5 years. There were a good 80,000 bees in the colony and we got well over 120 pounds of good honey from first year combs and another 100 pounds of old honey from old comb. It took 7 hours to remove them. We were able to remove one board at a time to gain acess to the comb too.
:D Al
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 15 Dec 2006 9:02 am
:cry: Got bad news yesterday about Hootie. Her wing was broken in a couple places but the worst was the infection. Said it was really bad so they decided to put her down as it was doubtful if she would ever recover.
She is now soaring the night time skies in the land of the great spirit.
I did all I could which wasn't enough. I do have on hand NOW a list of those who help raptors in Michigan if the need ever arises again.
:( Al
Author: MissSnowshoveler
Date: 15 Dec 2006 9:13 am
Oh that really sucks and a sad way to end the story in a way. The good part is now she'll come and help you when you need it the most. She'll be your guardian owl.
Sherri
Author: Marshall
Date: 15 Dec 2006 9:16 am
Al, that's too bad. I'm sorry to hear.
Too bad they couldn't give Hootie back to you, you could have her mounted and keep her forever.
Author: Chris S
Date: 15 Dec 2006 10:48 am
Bummer, she was a beautiful bird.
C
Author: Yukon
Date: 15 Dec 2006 11:03 am
Aw, that's a shame. Well, at least she had you to help her cross. She could of suffered a long time outside in the eliments all by herself.
May the four winds guide you safely to your new home Hootie! :(
I apologise also for my "I'd demand the honey" comment, didn't mean to ring the gong. I had no idea that bee keepers do that sort of removal for the bees and honey aswell. I figured it was done by exterminators or something. Makes sence now that I get an insight from a knowledgable source.
Author: ramit
Date: 15 Dec 2006 11:18 am
Sorry to here it Al.
But atleast you know your efforts helped the Owl from having some bad last days stuck on the ground suffering.
Author: Highwind
Date: 15 Dec 2006 11:26 am
:(
Al,
Sorry to hear that Hootie couldn't be saved. She must've been injured for a few days if an infection had set in.
Perhaps it was pre-ordained that you were to find her, and help her go to her next life, minimizing her suffering. It wouldn't have been good for her to have to starve to death, or be attacked by a predator.
My grandfather used to say: "When the big guy upstairs pulls your time card, there is nothing you can do about it."
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 15 Dec 2006 2:36 pm
alleyyooper wrote:
OTO, wasn't on your case. Just POD that the reporters can't do even the smallest amount of research before airing a story.
It would have also been nice it the reporter had talked to the bee keeper and got some facts straight.
:D Al
Understood, Al.
No big deal...
My wife did a stint years ago as Public Affairs Officer for the Army here.. she would have weekly meetings with all the local media(sometimes national networks) and then, of course they'd end up twisting her words just for the story they needed! :roll:
So I know how reporters can lie just to make a story "exciting", so to speak.
I'm sure you recognized that a lot of that story was BS. I just don't know anything about beekeeping...so I believed what they wrote, which was naive of me, I admit. Now that I think of it..3 million bees would probably fill my house!! :wink:
Now..if you ask me about aviation, well... :lol:
PS- Sorry about the owl...at least she passed away peacefully at the shelter. That's better than she would have gotten in the wild, that's for sure.
I was always trying to put fledglings back in their nests of a big pine tree that used to be( had to have it removed this summer because of my septic system) in my yard.
Occasionally they make it and fly away...some don't. I'm probably only 75% successful. :(
I guess that's life..there's only so much we humans can do.
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 15 Dec 2006 2:48 pm
Marshall wrote:
Al, that's too bad. I'm sorry to hear.
Too bad they couldn't give Hootie back to you, you could have her mounted and keep her forever.
Marshall-
I believe it is against the law to have "birds of prey" mounted...
I may be wrong though.
Author: Marshall
Date: 15 Dec 2006 4:05 pm
OTO,
It was sorry attempt at humor.
However, I don't think it's illegal to mount one. I mean it's dead already and not on a endangered list and I don't believe it's federally protected. I guess people could capture them and go around and break wings and say they found them that way. Maybe it is illegal?
Michigan may be a different story though, I have no idea? Now having the wrong owl mounted could be bad news so it's probably just best not to do so at all.
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 15 Dec 2006 4:56 pm
Marshall-
Short story...
Years ago, my(then future) bro-in-law was walking in the woods with my sister, and they actually found a Barred owl dead under a tree!...
He took the bird to a taxidermist and had it mounted on a log..it looked pretty cool, I have to say. :D
Anyway, when my sister and he got married, she basically told him, "get rid of that mangy thing, will ya?" :lol:..He ended up giving it to my Dad.
He told my father not to say he had it...because, he said(at the time) it "was illegal to own a stuffed bird of prey...."
Now, my bro-in-law is a pretty smart guy and an outdoorsman, so that's why I wondered if it was true or not??... :?
Author: Marshall
Date: 15 Dec 2006 5:21 pm
OTO,
You're dad was right. However, a permit can be requested.
http://www.gwf.org/birdlaw.htm
FACT SHEET
Raptors and Other Migratory Birds
What Federal Laws Protect Raptors and Other Migratory Birds?
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act protects all common wild birds found in the United States, except the house sparrow, starling, feral pigeon and resident game birds such as pheasant, grouse, quail, and wild turkeys. Resident game birds are managed separately by the States. A reference list of migratory birds is found in Title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 10. The Bald Eagle Protection Act provides further protection to all Bald and Golden eagles. The Endangered Species Act further protects endangered species like the Peregrine falcon, the Northern spotted owl, and the Bald Eagle.
What Activities Do These Laws Prohibit?
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act makes it unlawful for anyone to kill, capture, collect, possess, buy, sell, trade, ship, import or export any migratory bird, including feathers, parts, nests or eggs. The Bald Eagle Protection Act prohibits all commercial activities and some non-commercial activities involving Bald or Golden eagles, including their feathers or parts. The Endangered Species Act makes it illegal to sell, harm, harass, possess or remove protected animals from the wild.
Why Are There Restrictions Against Possessing Feathers From Raptors and Other Migratory Birds?
Historically, plumage from many migratory birds was highly desired by the millinery industry to the extent that the populations of some species were rapidly diminishing. More recently, with the popularity of Native American artifacts increasing, a lucrative market still exists for migratory bird feathers and eagle feathers to decorate many curios and art objects. Enforcement officers have no way to determine whether feathers used in art work were found on the ground in one's own backyard, or if the feathers came from a bird that was killed illegally. These prohibitions are therefore intended to eliminate any commercial market for the birds themselves, as well as their feathers and parts.
Are There Any Exceptions Which Allow Possession of Migratory Birds, Feathers, or Parts?
Yes.....Permits are obtainable from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service which allow the possession of raptors and other migratory birds for authorized activities. For example, a Scientific Collecting Permit allows a person to take, transport, or possess migratory birds, their parts, nests, or eggs for bona fide scientific research or educational projects. The purpose must be amply justified and the collector's ornithological qualifications be well established and documented. Falconry Permits are required before any person may possess a raptor for falconry purposes. Taxidermy Permits are required before any person may possess a migratory bird for the purpose of mounting it for another person. Title 50 CFR, Part 21 contains the specific requirements and application procedures for obtaining a migratory bird permit.
What Special Provisions Are Made For Native Americans?
Native Americans may also obtain a permit to possess eagles, eagle parts, and other migratory bird feathers for use in religious ceremonies. The National Eagle Repository near Denver, Colorado, serves as the central location for all dead eagles acquired by the Service. Eagle parts are distributed from the repository to Native American permit holders according to the available supply and in order of receipt of request. Due to limited availability and a high demand for use in Native American religious ceremonies, there may be a waiting period as long as 18 months for a recipient to receive desirable eagle parts.
What Can Be Done If A Raptor Harms Livestock?
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act authorizes the issuance of permits to control depredating birds such as raptors, provided certain criteria is met. A description of the area where the depredations are occurring, the nature of the interests being injured, the extent of the injury, and a description of the particular species of raptors committing the injury is required. Title 50, CFR, Part 21.41 explains the depredation permit process. A depredation permit does not grant the killing of migratory birds unless specifically authorized and stated on the permit.
Do Other Agencies Have Depredation Control Responsibilities?
Yes.....While the Service remains responsible for issuing depredation permits, in 1986, Congress transferred the administrative responsibilities for the Animal Damage Control program from the Department of the Interior to the Department of Agriculture. Now, both Federal agencies, as well as State wildlife agencies, have specific responsibilities for predator control programs. By coordinating efforts, recommendations can be made for appropriate non-lethal methods to capture or remove predatory birds. For additional information about predator control programs, contact the Department of Agriculture or your State wildlife agency.
What Are The Penalties For Violating Federal Laws That Protect Raptors and Other Migratory Birds?
Violations of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, Eagle Protection Act, and Endangered Species Act are considered criminal offenses and can result in significant fines and imprisonment. In some cases, a conviction might also result in the forfeiture of equipment (vehicles, boats, airplanes, weapons, etc.) used during the commission of the crime.
BIRDS PROTECTED BY THE MIGRATORY BIRD TREATY ACT
Comparison with Other Federal Laws
Endangered Species Act:
The following is a list of species protected by the Migratory
Bird Treaty Act as well as the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The
source of information was Title 50 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Parts 10.13 and 17.11 (revised as of October 1,
1995). Designations in the right-hand column indicate whether a
species' ESA status is Endangered (E), Threatened (T). Except
where indicated, these designations apply to the entire U.S.
range of the species.
Blackbird, Yellow-shouldered, Agelaius xanthomus E
Caracara, Crested, Caracara (=Polyborus) plancus T
Condor, California, Gymnogyps californianus E
Coot, Hawaiian (=American), Fulica alai (=americana) E
Crane, Sandhill, Grus canadensis E*
[*Mississippi subspecies--pulla--only]
Whooping, Grus americana E/XN
Crow, Hawaiian, Corvus hawaiiensis E
Curlew, Eskimo, Numenius borealis E
Duck, Hawaiian, Anas wyvilliana E
Laysan, Anas laysanensis E
Eagle, Bald, Haliaeetus leucocephalus T*
[*Populations in conterminous U.S. only]
Eider, Spectacled, Somateria fischeri T
Falcon, Aplomado, Falco femoralis E
Peregrine, Falco peregrinus E/E(SA)*
[*American subspecies--anatum--is Endangered; all other
populations are Endangered based on similarity of
appearance]
Flycatcher, Willow, Empidonax traillii E*
[*Southwestern subspecies--extimus--only]
Gnatcatcher, California (=Black-tailed), Polioptila T
californica (=melanura)
Goose, Canada, Branta canadensis T*
[*Aleutian subspecies--leucopareia--only]
Hawaiian, Branta (=Nesochen) sandvicensis E
Hawk, Broad-winged, Buteo platypterus E*
[*Puerto Rican subspecies--brunnescens--only]
Hawaiian, Buteo solitarius E
Sharp-shinned, Accipiter striatus E*
[*Puerto Rican subspecies--venator--only]
Kite, Snail, Rostrhamus sociabilis E
Moorhen, Common, Gallinula chloropus E*
[*Hawaiian and Mariana subspecies--sandvicensis and guami--
only]
Murrelet, Marbled, Brachyramphus marmoratus T*
[*Populations in conterminous U.S. only]
Nightjar, Puerto Rican, Caprimulgus noctitherus E
Olomao (=Thrush, Hawaiian), Myadestes (=Phaeornis) E
lanaiensis (=obscurus)
Owl, Spotted, Strix occidentalis T*
[*Mexican and Northern subspecies--lucida and caurina--only]
Pelican, Brown, Pelecanus occidentalis E*
[All except Atlantic Coast, Alabama, and Florida
populations]
Petrel, Dark-rumped, Pterodroma phaeopygia E
Pigeon, Plain, Columba inornata E
Plover, Piping, Charadrius melodus E/T
Snowy, Charadrius alexandrinus T*
[*Western subspecies--nivosus--only]
Puaiohi (=Thrush, Small Kauai), Myadestes E
(=Phaeornis) palmeri
Rail, Clapper, Rallus longirostris E*
[Light-footed and Yuma subspecies--levipes and yumanensis--
only]
Scrub-Jay (=Jay), Florida (=Scrub), Aphelocoma T
coerulescens
Shearwater, Townsend's, Puffinus auricularis T
Shrike, Loggerhead, Lanius ludovicianus E*
[*San Clemente subspecies--mearnsi--only]
Sparrow, Grasshopper, Ammodramus savannarum E*
[*Florida subspecies--floridanus--only]
Sage, Amphispiza belli T*
[*San Clemente subspecies--clementeae--only]
Seaside, Ammodramus maritimus E*
[*Cape Sable subspecies--mirabilis--only]
Stilt, Black-necked, Himantopus mexicanus E*
[*Hawaiian subspecies--knudseni--only]
Stork, Wood, Mycteria americana E
Tern, Least, Sterna antillarum E*
[*All except Atlantic and Gulf coast populations]
Roseate, Sterna dougallii E/T
Towhee, California, Pipilo crissalis T*
[*Inyo subspecies--eremophilus--only]
Vireo, Bell's, Vireo bellii E*
[*Least subspecies--pusillus--only]
Black-capped, Vireo atricapillus E
Warbler, Bachman's, Vermivora bachmanii E
Golden-cheeked, Dendroica chrysoparia E
Kirtland's, Dendroica kirtlandii E
Woodpecker, Ivory-billed, Campephilus principalis E
Red-cockaded, Picoides borealis E
BIRDS PROTECTED BY THE MIGRATORY BIRD TREATY ACT
Comparison with Other Federal Laws
CITES:
The following is a list of species protected by the Migratory
Bird Treaty Act as well as the Convention on International Trade
in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The
source of information was Title 50 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Parts 10.13 and 23.23 (revised as of October 1,
1995). Designations in the right-hand column indicate whether a
species is listed in Appendix I, II, or III of CITES.
Family DIOMEDEIDAE (Albatrosses)
Diomedea albatrus, Short-tailed Albatross I
Family ARDEIDAE (Bitterns and Herons)
Ardea alba (=albus), Great Egret III(Ghana)
Bubulcus ibis, Cattle Egret III(Ghana)
Family THRESKIORNITHIDAE (Ibises and Spoonbills)
Eudocimus ruber, Scarlet Ibis II
Family CICONIIDAE (Storks)
Jabiru mycteria, Jabiru I
Family PHOENICOPTERIDAE (Flamingos)
Phoenicopterus ruber, Greater Flamingo II
Family ANATIDAE (Swans, Geese, and Ducks)
Dendrocygna bicolor, Fulvous Whistling-Duck III(Ghana and
Hondurus)
autumnalis, Black-bellied Whistling-Duck III(Hondurus)
arborea, West Indian Whistling-Duck II
Branta canadensis, Canada Goose I*
[*Aleutian subspecies--B. c. leucopareia--only]
(=Nesochen) sandvicensis, Hawaiian Goose I
Anas crecca, Green-winged Teal III(Ghana)
formosa, Baikal Teal II
laysanensis, Laysan Duck I
acuta, Northern Pintail III(Ghana)
querquedula, Garganey III(Ghana)
clypeata, Northern Shoveler III(Ghana)
penelope, Eurasian Wigeon III(Ghana)
Family ACCIPITRIDAE (Kites, Eagles, Hawks, and Allies)
Pandion haliaetus, Osprey II
Chondrohierax uncinatus, Hook-billed Kite II
Elanoides forficatus, Swallow-tailed (=American II
Swallow-tailed) Kite
Elanus leucurus (=caeruleus), White-tailed II
(=Black-shouldered) Kite
Rostrhamus sociabilis, Snail Kite II
Ictinia mississippiensis, Mississippi Kite II
Milvus migrans, Black Kite II
Haliaeetus leucocephalus, Bald Eagle I
albicilla, White-tailed Eagle I
pelagicus, Steller's Sea-Eagle II
Circus cyaneus, Northern Harrier II
Accipiter gularis, Asiatic Sparrow Hawk II
striatus, Sharp-shinned Hawk II
cooperii, Cooper's Hawk II
gentilis, Northern Goshawk II
Buteogallus anthracinus, Common Black-Hawk II
Parabuteo unicinctus, Harris' Hawk II
Buteo nitidus, Gray Hawk II
lineatus, Red-shouldered Hawk II
platypterus, Broad-winged Hawk II
brachyurus, Short-tailed Hawk II
swainsoni, Swainson's Hawk II
albicaudatus, White-tailed Hawk II
albonotatus, Zone-tailed Hawk II
solitarius, Hawaiian Hawk II
jamaicensis, Red-tailed Hawk II
regalis, Ferruginous Hawk II
lagopus, Rough-legged Hawk II
Aquila chrysaetos, Golden Eagle II
Family FALCONIDAE (Caracaras and Falcons)
Caracara (=Polyborus) plancus, Crested Caracara II
Falco tinnunculus, Eurasian Kestrel II
sparverius, American Kestrel II
columbarius, Merlin II
femoralis, Aplomado Falcon II
peregrinus, Peregrine Falcon I
rusticolus, Gyrfalcon I
mexicanus, Prairie Falcon II
Family GRUIDAE (Cranes)
Grus canadensis, Sandhill Crane I/II
grus, Common Crane II
americana, Whooping Crane I
Family SCOLOPACIDAE (Sandpipers, Phalaropes, and Allies)
Numenius borealis, Eskimo Curlew I
Family TYTONIDAE (Barn Owls)
Tyto alba, Barn Owl (=Common Barn-Owl) II
Family STRIGIDAE (Typical Owls)
Otus flammeolus, Flammulated Owl II
asio, Eastern Screech-Owl II
kennicottii, Western Screech-Owl II
trichopsis, Whiskered Screech-Owl II
nudipes, Puerto Rican Screech-Owl II
Bubo virginianus, Great Horned Owl II
Nyctea scandiaca, Snowy Owl II
Surnia ulula, Hawk Owl (=Northern Hawk-Owl) II
Glaucidium gnoma, Northern Pygmy-Owl II
brasilianum, Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl II
Micrathene whitneyi, Elf Owl II
Speotyto (=Athene) cunicularia, Burrowing Owl II
Strix occidentalis, Spotted Owl II
varia, Barred Owl II
nebulosa, Great Gray Owl II
Asio otus, Long-eared Owl II
flammeus, Short-eared Owl II
Aegolius funereus, Boreal Owl II
acadicus, Northern Saw-whet Owl II
Family TROCHILIDAE (Hummingbirds)
Colibri thalassinus, Green Violet-ear II
Anthracothorax dominicus, Antillean Mango II
viridis, Green Mango II
Eulampis holosericeus, Green-throated Carib II
Orthorhynchus cristatus, Antillean Crested II
Hummingbird
Chlorostilbon maugaeus, Puerto Rican Emerald II
Cynanthus latirostris, Broad-billed Hummingbird II
Hylocharis leucotis, White-eared Hummingbrd II
Amazilia beryllina, Berylline Hummingbird II
yucatanensis, Buff-bellied Hummingbird II
violiceps, Violet-crowned Hummingbird II
Lampornis clemenciae, Blue-throated Hummingbird II
Eugenes fulgens, Magnificent Hummingbird II
Heliomaster constantii, Plain-capped Starthroat II
Calliphlox evelynae, Bahama Woodstar II
Calothorax lucifer, Lucifer Hummingbird II
Archilochus colubris, Ruby-throated Hummingbird II
alexandri, Black-chinned Hummingbird II
Calypte anna, Anna's Hummingbird II
costae, Costa's Hummingbird II
Stellula calliope, Calliope Hummingbird II
Selasphorus platycercus, Broad-tailed Hummingbird II
rufus, Rufous Hummingbird II
sasin, Allen's Hummingbird II
Author: OldToroOwner
Date: 16 Dec 2006 10:49 am
Good info, Marshall!
I guess my brother-in-law was right.
Author: alleyyooper
Date: 17 Dec 2006 6:40 pm
Thanks for all the nice comments everyone. Gaurdian owl, I like that. Yes they told us Hootie had been injured a few days before she was seen by us.
thanks Marshall for the information. I had been asked by a friend about getting her mounted. I told him I was sure I wouldn't be able to but the raptor center can for educational usage.
:) Al