Three Orphaned Owlets Saved After Parents' Tragic Death
When both parent owls died from electrocution, volunteers climbed 40 feet to rescue three helpless babies from their nest. The orphaned great horned owlets are now safe at a wildlife rehabilitation center and will return home once power lines are made safer.
Three baby great horned owls got a second chance at life after volunteers rescued them from a nest 40 feet high in the Saskatchewan sky.
The rescue started when Crystal from Kindersley found a dead great horned owl in her yard on Tuesday. Just days later, she discovered its mate had also died nearby. Both owls were likely electrocuted by a transformer near their nest, leaving their three babies orphaned and alone.
Bonnie Dell, Executive Director of the Wildlife Rescue Society of Saskatchewan, knew the babies wouldn't survive without help. The nest sat dangerously high, making a rescue risky for the wildlife crew.
That's when Greg, a former volunteer with the organization, stepped up to spend his Saturday climbing trees. Before attempting the rescue, he contacted SaskPower to ensure the area was safe from electrical hazards. They gave him the all-clear.
Greg and another volunteer named Trevis successfully brought all three owlets down to safety. Crystal's teenage son even fed them a mouse before they headed to Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation in Saskatoon.
The rescue didn't stop there. Dell says the owlets must be released back in the same area where they were found, according to permit requirements. Before that happens, the team will work with SaskPower to fix the transformer issue so no other birds face the same fate.
The Ripple Effect
This rescue shows how one phone call can spark a chain of compassion. Dell emphasized that SaskPower consistently works quickly to prevent wildlife tragedies and has been a reliable partner in protecting animals.
The collaboration between concerned citizens, volunteers, and the power company means these three owlets will grow up wild and free. Even better, future owl families in the area will be safer thanks to the power line modifications.
Dell reminds people to call the Wildlife Rescue Society before touching any wild animals. Birds can carry diseases like avian flu, which has been appearing in waterfowl, crows, owls, and raptors this year. If you spot a bird stumbling, walking strangely, or unable to fly, reach out to professionals at 306-242-7177.
Three baby owls are alive today because people chose to help instead of look away.
Based on reporting by Google News - Wildlife Recovery
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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