Short-eared Owl
Seen in the daytime more often than other owls, it was a brief stay for this Short-eared Owl.
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Fawn from Garson Fire at DVWR
The fawn was brought to DVWR by Nevada Department of Wildlife game warden. Separated from its mother during the fire and saved by firefighters, the fawn will be cared for at DVWR until old enough for release.
All ages arrive at DVWR
This Cooper’s Hawk nestling is growing in size and appetite!
Young wildlife at DVWR are thriving!
Great Horned Owl Red-tailed Hawk
Babies on the way!
This time of year babies of various species are brought to DVWR for care. Two Great Horned Owls recently arrived and received excellent prognosis. Once they achieve a certain level of growth and demonstrate hunting abilities they will be returned to the wild.
Kestrel time at DVWR
American Kestrels are fledging now and sometimes they need some extra help like this young one. They eat spiders, moths, cicadas and grasshoppers to name just a small portion of their diet, which is a good reason not to spray pesticides. Mike and the kestrel exchange information at intake.
Red-shouldered Hawk on the mend
Red-shouldered hawks are becoming more common in our area.
