Conservation officers rescue injured owl stuck on highway in Prince George

Prince George

February 3, 2020

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Conservation officers rescue injured owl stuck on highway in Prince George

The BC Conservation Officer Service was out and about this morning, trying to help animals in need.

After receiving a call from a concerned citizen, officers learned an owl was injured, unable to fly, and stuck in the middle of the highway in Prince George.

Photo Credit: BC COS

An officer was able to rescue the owl and move it to a safe location. The owl is getting a lift to the Owl Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society in Delta to receive the care it needs.

The BC COS hopes the animal can be released back into the wild following a speedy recovery.

Photo Credit: BC COS

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