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Old Man Jack (lemmy.world)
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From Eastman Nature Center

Hello from our resident Great Horned Owl, Jack!

A few things about our feathery friend:

He was discovered on the side of the road by a police officer as a fledgling (learning how to fly). He was brought to the Raptor Center and they deemed him healthy, but missing an eye, he has been with Three Rivers for the majority of his life and 21 years at Eastman.

He spends the majority of his time hanging out in his hutch and loves it in there.

The feathers on his head are called Plumicorns (say it out loud, it is such a fun word!) and aren't ears but feathers that scientists believe help Great Horned Owls blend in with trees. He always gets compliments on his beautiful plumicorns at the Raptor Center :)

He will be turning 23 in March. He is now considered a senior owl, but still in great health!

We love him and are so glad we get to care for him here at Eastman Nature Center!

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