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Owls Rescued After Chimney Fall Into Surrey Home
3 Mar
Summary
- Two tawny owls fell down a chimney into a Surrey home.
- The owls sustained minor injuries and were rehabilitated.
- Tawny owl populations have declined over 40% since 1995.
Two tawny owls were successfully rehabilitated and released back into the wild following a peculiar rescue in Surrey. The birds had accidentally fallen down a chimney into a residential property in late January. Upon discovery, one owl was found on a chandelier, while the other was entangled in curtains.
Both owls, a male and a female, sustained minor injuries, including damage to their eyes. Animal charity Wildlife Aid provided care, keeping them together in an aviary and treating their injuries. They made a full recovery in just over a week and were released together last month.
Tawny owls are the most common owl species in the UK but have experienced a concerning decline of over 40% between 1995 and 2023. They are now listed on the amber conservation status list, with potential causes for their decline including habitat loss and a lack of prey.
