Mountsberg Raptor Centre
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The Mountsberg Raptor Centre is currently home to 15 species of native, non-releasable birds of prey. With a focus on education through outreach, a visit with the birds makes for a truly 'nose-to-beak' experience! Do you want to get "nose-to-beak" with the diverse and fascinating world of birds of prey? You could meet owls the size of pop cans or eagles with seven-foot wingspans!
Tucked within Mountsberg Conservation Area, the Mountsberg Raptor Centre is currently home to 15 different species of native birds of prey. Many of the Raptor Centre's resident birds of prey have permanent injuries that have left them incapable of surviving on their own in the wild. In many cases, these injuries were caused by human activity. With the help of these feathered ambassadors, the Mountsberg Raptor Centre teaches the community about the native birds of prey that share our environment and how to reduce the negative impact we can have on them.
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Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for our Owl Prowl programs this past weekend! We hope you had a hoot (sorry, couldn't resist). We are doing it all again this weekend and there are still spaces available. For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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It's not too late to join us for our Owl Prowls tonight and tomorrow night! For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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Here's the answer to our trivia question. The Barred Owl and the Barn Owl are the only two owl species in Ontario that have dark coloured eyes! Want to learn more owl trivia? Join us this weekend for our Owl Prowls! Friday January 15th is geared for adults, while Saturday January 16th is our family night. For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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Trivia question - which are the only two types of owls in Ontario to have dark coloured eyes? We'll post the answer later today! http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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The Northern Saw-whet Owl is the smallest owl in Ontario, weighing just 70-150 grams and measuring only 20 cm tall. This tiny owl is very good at camouflaging, but can be spotted in southern Ontario during the winter months if you know how to look! Want to learn more about Ontario's owl species and meet some of them up close? Join us for our Owl Prowls on January 15th and 16th and 22nd and 23rd. For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
How can an owl catch a mouse underneath a foot of snow in total darkness?
Owls are known for their amazing eyesight, but did you know that they have incredible hearing as well? Join us for our Owl Prowls on January 15th and 16th and 22nd and 23rd to learn about this and so much more! For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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Do you know which Ontario owl is the largest? The answer actually depends on how you are measuring "largest". The Great Gray Owl is the tallest owl in Ontario, measuring up to 84 cm tall, but only weighing in at 700-1700 grams. The Snowy Owl is the heaviest owl in Ontario, with females weighing as much as 3000 grams! Want to learn more about Ontario's owl species and meet some of them up close? Join us for our Owl Prowls on January 15th and 16th and 22nd and 23rd. For more information and to register, go to http://www.conservationhalton.ca/events
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Its that time of year again!!! Mountsberg's Owl Prowls are just around the corner. This popular program provides insight into the mysterious lives of Ontario's majestic owls. A hike through the crisp winter night to search for owls and a 'nose to beak' visit with Mountsberg's resident raptors give guests an experience not easily forgotten. Adult and family nights are offered. Family nights include a fun and educational puppet show and a fireside story. Pre-registration is required and space is limited! Adult nights are January 15th and 22nd, Family nights are January 16th and 23rd. To register go to http://bit.ly/22ITSN2
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Happy New Year from everyone at the Mountsberg Raptor Centre!
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Octavius the owl looks pretty good for a 40-year-old. They must take good care of him at the Raptor Centre.
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Eagle eye Amazing to see birds like these up close during a visit to a local raptor rehabilitation and conservation centre. #mountsberg
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