The Daily Hoot #39
2026-07-24
A small parliament of bright animal notes to start the day.
Owl Watch
Why barn owls have become Napa Valley's most valuable vineyard workers
Barn owls help Napa Valley vineyards control rodents naturally, making winemaking more sustainable and wildlife friendly.
Source: www.msn.com
The Falcon's Nest
Young falcon from Pitt's Cathedral of Learning nest recovering after collision and lead exposure
Red, a young peregrine falcon that hatched in the nest on top of Pitt's Cathedral of Learning this spring, is in the care of humans after he apparently suffered a collision and then tested positive for lead exposure.
Source: CBS News
Wishing you a soft landing into the rest of the morning.
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