March 13, 2023

March 13, 2023

Spring is reluctantly approaching this year. And that means wildflowers and newborns. Our Screech Owl seems to be back but we face stiff competition from our neighbors who all put Owl boxes in their yard this year. We feel lucky to have one pick our box to set up a nest. Unfortunately, when I glanced out our window this evening, I noticed a large shadow by the box. Oh No, a Bobcat! In the tree, next to the Owl box! I have never seen a Bobcat off the ground. I am thinking the worst. The Bobcat mostly is sitting in the tree facing our neighbor’s yard, exactly where they release their tiny dog to do his business. We quickly warn them.

Sadly, our Screech Owls are now MIA. I can’t blame them. I wouldn’t want to nest anywhere near where a Bobcat might frequent. I just hope Owls don’t have enough meat on them to attract the attention of a hungry feline. Raising Screech Owls in a desert continues to be full of surprises.