A baby and way more babies…
A Great Horned Owl baby is at DVWR along with some very young jackrabbits.
All are doing well.
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Baby in the house.
This baby hawk is receiving care at DVWR. Growing strong day by day.
Growing larger by the day.
The many young Great Horned Owls that are receiving care at Dayton Valley Wildlife Reststop are growing fast. Great Horned Owls have a sturdy digestive system. They sometimes digest their prey whole and later regurgitate pellets that contain unwanted parts.
Babies on the way!
This time of year babies of various species are brought to DVWR for care. Two Great Horned Owls recently arrived and received excellent prognosis. Once they achieve a certain level of growth and demonstrate hunting abilities they will be returned to the wild.