European Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo)
European Eagle Owls are one of the largest species of owl, and Birch is no different! She is one of our oldest owls; now starting to lose her eyesight she sometimes needs a little extra support from us. This means that we must never alter the inside of her aviary, as animals are so wonderful at adapting to their situations and as long as it stays unchanged, she can easily find her way around it!
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Without the struggles of living in the wild, many of our animals live much longer lives than they would in the wild and some begin to show signs of their age in the same way as we might in our older years. We always monitor their welfare closely and ensure that they are supported at all times, living free of pain and distress.
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Did you know? European Eagle Owls were once commonly found in the wild here in the UK! They are no longer deemed native but are thought to be making a bit of a comeback in recent years, following the escape of several breeding pairs.