Three days ago, this red phase eastern screech owl was hit by a car, picked up by caring people, and brought in to Cape Wildlife Center right away. She was very depressed and non-responsive over the first day, however with support including fluids, pain medications and food, she has been recovering. Today she graduated from intensive care to an outdoor flight habitat where she immediately indicated leaving ASAP would be her preference - a great sign! However, head injuries are never to be taken lightly so CWC will continue to observe her for a few more days and the if all goes as expected, her finder will come and return her to her territory where her mate is waiting.
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