Elizabeth the first ever Long Eared Owlet at the GSPCA rescued in Sark released to the wild

On Sunday 15^th May a very unusual visitor was rescued in Sark and brought into the GSPCA.

The first ever Long Eared Owlet at only approximately two weeks of age was found with no nest or parents in sight on Sark.

Concerned for the welfare the finders of the baby owl took advice and shortly after were on route to get the bird to the GSPCA.

Wo months on and Elizabeth as she has been named was ready to be released back to the wild.

Yvonne Chauvel Senior Animal Care Assistant said “On Sunday 15^th May we had our first ever Long Eared Owlet in to the GSPCA.”

“We did have an adult bird in from Sark that we got back to the wild back in 2016.”

See https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/isle-sark-shipping-help-gspca-get-taffy-long-eared-owl-home

“The young bird was called Elizabeth and after a month of hand rearing she went in one of our rehab aviaries and a month later well she was ready for being released.”

Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said “We see quite a few Barn Owls each year and occasional other species but never have we had a Long Eared Owl chick.”

“It is difficult to say why Elizabeth was out of the nest at such a young age it could be she fell or possibly pushed by an older chick, but she was certainly far too young to fend for herself.”

“Elizabeth thanks to the team has done really well and is now ready for the wild after a month in a rehabilitation aviary and the previous month in an intensive care unit.”

“As it was one of teams birthdays, Abby Oliveira had the privilege of opening Elizabeth’s aviary as we did a soft release.”

“Adult Long Eared Owls normally chase their young away as the start to fend for themselves so in discussions with those that know their behaviour we decided both for  this reason and a soft release aviary means she can come back for food if needed that it was the best option for her getting back to the wild.”

“She is such a stunning bird and it was wonderful to see the aviary opened and she will likely leave later on this evening.”

“There are many ways of supporting our work such as donating by calling  01481 257261, by post to GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8UD or online https://giving.gg/donate/event/5876/GSPCA-Coronavirus-Emergency-Appeal .”

“In 2023 we are running a Puffin Parade and to sponsor a 4 foot puffin with the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey and to find out more go to - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/2023-autism-guernsey-and-gspca-will-bring-puffin-parade-guernsey-%E2%80%93-could-you-sponsor-and-paint- .”

“Our biggest project upcoming is the new much needed Wildlife Hospital and to make a direct donation please visit - https://giving.gg/donate/event/4618/Please-Support-the-GSPCA-Wildlife-Hospital-Appeal or to Buy a Brick in the new Wildlife Hospital and download a leaflet please click here - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Buy%20a%20Brick%20Wildlife%20Hospital.pdf or for larger donors or corporates may want to make a larger donation and become an Exclusive Build Partner and to find out more please visit - http://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-exclusive-build-partner .”

“We couldn’t do so much without your support.”

Abby Oliviera GSPCA team member said “It was great to feed Elizabeth when she first arrived and to be able to open the aviary to let her get back to the wild on my birthday was the best present.”

To see VT’s of Elizabeth on our youtube page please visit https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGuernseySPCA

For advice on what to do if you see a wild animal injured or sick please call 257261 or check out these helpful web pages - http://www.gspca.org.gg/animals/wildlife-advice

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Puffin Patrol

In 2023 we are running a Puffin Parade and to sponsor a 4 foot puffin with the GSPCA and Autism Guernsey go to - http://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/2023-autism-guernsey-and-gspca-will-bring-puffin-parade-guernsey-%E2%80%93-could-you-sponsor-and-paint-

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Upcoming Events we are at and need your help -

Scarecrow Festival 23rd/24th July where we will have an entry.

Volunteer Induction Evening Thursday 630pm 4^th August 2022

West Show Wednesday 17th – Thursday 18th August

North Show Wednesday 24th – Thursday 25th August

GSPCA Animal Welfare Seafront Sunday now planned for the 12th September - https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/animal-welfare-sea-front-sunday

Volunteer Induction Evening Thursday 630pm 29^th September

Dog First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 9th November 2021 - Ref - Dog 9/11

Cat First Aid 6.30pm - 8.45pm Wednesday 30th November 2021 - Ref – Cat30/11