The Daily Hoot #77
2026-09-03
A small parliament of bright animal notes to start the day.
Owl Watch
SWVA Wildlife Center gears up for Night Owl on the Town
A look at some of the fun things they have planned at the gala
Source: WDBJ7
Owl Facts | Birds | BBC Earth
Owl species vary in appearance, but they generally share a few characteristics. They have stout, strong bodies that are covered in soft feathers. They have large, round heads – with equally large and round eyes. Like other birds of prey (eagles, hawks, falcons), their eyes face forwards, giving them excellent vision to pinpoint prey. They also share some impressive weaponry: a sharp hooked ...
Source: www.bbcearth.com
'Magical' and rare barn owl has bumper breeding season
Ten chicks have been successfully reared by two breeding pairs at secret sites across Fermanagh.
Source: BBC
The Falcon's Nest
Two unbanded peregrine falcons confirmed at New River Gorge Bridge
Two unbanded peregrine falcons have been confirmed at West Virginia's New River Gorge Bridge, continuing a remarkable wildlife recovery story.
Source: wvexplorer.com
Wishing you a soft landing into the rest of the morning.