Posted by Terry Tasker on May 02, 2016 at 19:55:11
Hello there. A screech owl has found its way into my attic and I am soliciting advice from bird experts. I know the source of entry and will leave it open for now so that the owl is not trapped inside. I have not seen the owl but can hear the usual calls during the night clearing coming from the attic; there aren’t any little owlet sounds as far as I can tell. I don’t find its presence bothersome, but certainly want to have it relocated if dwelling in my attic poses any danger to the owl (the attic is empty and not used for storage). I should mention that I live in the village of El Portal, a designated bird sanctuary. There several screech owls within earshot of my home, one or two of which seem to spend much time in the trees on my property. They are particularly vocal this time of year and we love their (outdoor) presence. Any suggestions on how I should proceed are much appreciated!