Harper Asprey Wildlife Rescue encouraging through knowledge a natural balance

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Tawny Owl or Brown Owls are one of the most majestic creatures we rescue. Many have heard them but few have seen them as they hunt under the cover of darkness. At night their silent flight and perfect vision enables them to track and capture their pray with expert precision and deadly stealth.

 

This wonderful picture taken buy Hazel's Dad shows this beautiful creature in flight.

 

These eagle eyed creatures often arrive with us after a road traffic accident. we are assuming the hungry bird spy's its food scurrying across the road and fixes o it prey with no reguard for the traffic. Often several weeks of TLC are needed before the wonderful bird can be returned to its territory. Broken legs, wings and damages conjunctiva are the most common injuries

 

 

This is the most common and widespread owl in Europe with around 50-100,000 pairs in Britain.

The tawny owl is the biggest common owl in the UK, about the size of a pigeon. As with most birds of prey the females weigh more than the males. The male tawny owl calls with the familiar “twit-twoo” or “hooo-hoo-hooo” sound. The female however may return the call with a “kee-wick” call.

Male and female tawny owls as with many birds bond for life.

The tawny owl is nocturnal and therefore not often seen in daylight. Tawny owls are territorial and will range over the same area throughout their lives. They prefer woodland and farmland, but will live in urban areas such as parks and gardens.

 

 

In autumn they nest mainly in old tree hollows, but will use old nests or crevices in rocks or old buildings.

They hunt and eat small mammals, plus small birds, insects, worms or frogs. Owl pellets can be examined to see what they’ve been eating.

Tawny owls have exceptionally good hearing: they usually detect their prey by the tiny rustling sounds small rodents make as they move around.,Their feathers are very soft, so the owl makes no sound as it flies.

 

volunteers

We are run totally by volunteers. Our volunteers are dedicated and come from a wide range of backgrounds and all bring something special to our team.

 

We are always looking for more volunteers to carry out some of the roles below.

If you have some spare time and would like to help us in some area please fill out the following form and return it to info@harperaspreywildliferescue.co.uk. and we will be in contact with you.

As well as helping with animal care, there are other volunteering opportunities.

Maybe you could collect injured animals in your area when needed and bring them into us.

 

Perhaps you have experience in fundraising or PR and you can help raise awareness of our charity through local and national media?

Maybe you have strong administration skills.

If you think that you have the skills to help us then please complete the form on this page. Volunteers

We are sorry but we cannot take anyone under the age of 18.

 

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