Nature Done Wright

Last week, I brought an ailing screech owl to the Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital, too late.

It died shortly after despite their best efforts. 

New Jersey’s wildlife pathologist did a necropsy on the owl and found that it had died because the owl was egg-bound.

In other words, an egg got stuck in her oviduct. It’s an uncommon occurrence in wild birds. The owl otherwise appeared to be in good health. 

I am thankful that the state responded so quickly to my request.

I will let you know if/when I hear more.