From Hoo’s Woods

Two Baby Owls in a Basket!

Springtime means baby owls, and these two great horned owlets recently admitted had a rough start.

At just 3 ½ weeks old, they were blown out of their nest in high winds. There was a third baby but sadly it didn’t survive the fall, but thanks to a caring finders and WI DNR Warden Adam, Tisket and Tasket are now safe in our care.

Tisket suffered a wing fracture, but the good news-it’s well-positioned and won’t require surgery. With time, a good diet and low stress environment, both owlets are expected to make a full recovery and will be released or rehomed when ready.

If you find a baby raptor in distress or just uncertain if it needs intervention, please contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator for assistance.