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Perseus

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Barred Owl
Strix varia

Perseus fell from his nest at only a few weeks of age. His tree was located in a busy park and for days, people picked him up, petted, and interacted with him. When police learned of the owlet in distress, they called a local rehabilitation specialist. It became clear that his exposure to humans caused him to become imprinted, so he is non-releasable to the wild.

Hatch Year: 2018

Weight: 1 – 2 ½ pounds

Wingspan: 39-44 inches

Lifespan in the Wild: 10 years

Lifespan in Captivity: 20 years

Fun Fact: As an imprinted and physically able bird, Perseus will be trained for our developing flight program.

About my Species: Barred Owls are very common in Wisconsin, but aren’t often seen due to their incredible camouflage. They prefer to make their territories near rivers and marshes, places they can catch their preferred prey: invertebrates and amphibians. This species also nest in cavities, making them even harder to spot.

Learn more about Barred Owls!

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Meet Other Raptors

Aero, male American Kestrel at Schlitz Audubon

Aero

Glory, male Bald Eagle at Schlitz Audubon

Glory

Athena, female Barn Owl at Schlitz Audubon

Athena

Baron von Screech, Eastern Screech Owl at Schlitz Audubon

Baron von Screech

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