The Daily Hoot #71
2026-08-28
A small parliament of bright animal notes to start the day.
Owl Watch
Ten barn owl chicks have been born in Fermanagh in Northern Ireland
The Fermanagh chicks are thought to be the first recorded ones in the county for half a century. Find out more here.
Source: BBC
Oshkosh police rescue injured owl
OSHKOSH, Wis. -- Oshkosh police help rescue an injured owl. A community service officer was able to capture th...
Source: WHBY
A Barn Owl Appeared 70 Miles out at Sea — Soldiers Saved Him
A barn owl with a strong determination to live was rescued 70 miles from shore. But just how did this owl find itself so far from home?
Source: A-Z Animals
The Bat Cave
AZGFD Highlights Bat Conservation on International Bat Night
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is highlighting bat conservation efforts ahead of International Bat Night on August 29, 2026. Arizona is home to 29 bat species, ranking second for bat diversity after Texas, including the federally-protected Mexican long-nosed bat. AZGFD bat specialist Angie McIntire and partners are working to study and conserve these vital ecosystem members while educating the public.
Source: Outdoor Wire
Wishing you a soft landing into the rest of the morning.