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From A Place Called Hope (Facebook)

Just give a hoot and take down the soccer nets when not in use...

This Great Horned Owl is lucky he was found, rescued, and not broken from his ordeal. He is suffering from some soft tissue injuries but should make a full recovery.

A special thanks to Dr Brenton from the Country Companions Veterinary Hospital in Bethany who rescued him. She will be pleased to help with his release when he is ready to go home. Hopefully the net will no longer be in his territory.

We need to do better.. for all of our wildlife. Simple safety checks in our own backyards really makes a difference.

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[–] anon6789@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

I like the idea of soccer tents.

It would make a nice beer garden before and after games.