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Army Crew Rescues Barn Owl Mid-Race
21 Aug
Summary
- An Army crew rescued a barn owl during a yachting race.
- The owl, named Little Reg, collapsed on the boat's deck.
- The soldiers cared for the bird for 24 hours before handover.

An Army crew participating in a yachting race encountered an unexpected rescue mission 70 miles offshore. A barn owl, which the soldiers affectionately nicknamed Little Reg, collapsed onto their boat's deck. The soldiers immediately attended to the distressed bird, providing it with food and a comfortable, makeshift bed for the night. They continued to care for Little Reg for a full 24 hours before a lifeboat crew arrived to take over the bird's care and ensure its well-being.