Author Archives : WRR Editor


Turtle Time

I have had more calls on turtles this year than I recall having any other year.   So far that number exceeds forty.  They get in trouble crossing the road.  Why?  I have no clue.  They don’t appear to be headed to a particular area.  I am certain of one thing:  Wherever they decided to go, […]


My Name Is Elizabeth…

My name is Elizabeth.  I assemble Patti’s words into the posts that you read about the critters and what she is doing.  I am penning this note in my words because what I want to say she will not do.  I understand you wish Patti the best and, just by your reading these posts, you […]


I Officially Declare We Are in Spring Season…

Stating on March 3 that our season has turned to Spring may seem a bold move, but Mother Nature is in charge.  The critters respond to her lead, and their actions tell me she has told them it’s Spring.  The birds and mammals are nesting.  Get ready to see babies in every species.  Look around […]


No Friend of an Owl

Crows are intelligent creatures and no friend to an owl.  They like to congregate on carrion and often will want a share of an owl’s kill.  Crows will attack an owl to get part of the kill.  Just as they do on a carcass, crows go first for the owl’s eyes. Since crows go to […]


This Time of Year Young Ones Get in Trouble…

I have released six owls lately.  As fast as I release them, they are replaced by others that have gotten into trouble.  The babies from 2023 are out on their own and having problems.  Remember owls can’t move their eyes.  When they spot food, they go for it, unaware of anything such as a vehicle […]