Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Owl etiquette

  from black swamp observatory

This time of year many people start to notice owls. Here are some tips to watch these captivating birds in an enjoyable and responsible way.


🦉Keep quiet

🦉Maintain a respectful distance-if the owl reacts to you, you're too close

🦉Do not call, lure, or bait/feed an owl or attempt to make it fly

🦉Respect private property boundaries and public lands

🦉Be respectful of other observers

🦉NO PICTURE OR CLOSER VIEW IS WORTH JEOPARDIZING THE WELFARE OF THE BIRD