PROWLS helps barn swallow reunite with family
CHIRPY REUNION: Found by the Shinglemill in Townsite, a fledgling barn swallow had left the nest but was sitting quietly on the porch, not quite… Read More »PROWLS helps barn swallow reunite with family
Rescue of the week
Robin sobers up at PROWLS
Watching a robin stagger about and repeatedly fall over on his lawn, a homeowner called PROWLS president Merrilee Prior for help. Upon arrival, Merrilee, seeing… Read More »Robin sobers up at PROWLS
Western tanager recovers at PROWLS
A nestling western tanager was found on the ground by Edgehill School. The male parent—distressed, agitated and chattering steadily in alarm—was nearby as PROWLS president… Read More »Western tanager recovers at PROWLS
PROWLS saves tree swallow
Two nestling tree swallows were found by the water near the mill in Powell River. They were hiding under a truck and the parents were… Read More »PROWLS saves tree swallow
PROWLS rescues orphaned fawn
A doe with two fawns was crossing the street when a big truck roared by, startling one of the young deer. It ended up separated… Read More »PROWLS rescues orphaned fawn
Ravenous rabbit recovers at PROWLS
This very young and very small snowshoe hare (leveret) was found on Stillwater Main logging road. The mother had been run over and this baby… Read More »Ravenous rabbit recovers at PROWLS
PROWLS attempts to save western tanager
During breeding season, western tanagers eat mostly insects, including dragonflies, even clipping off their wings and sometimes their head and legs before swallowing them down.… Read More »PROWLS attempts to save western tanager
PROWLS rescues eagle for second time
With Pacific Coastal Airlines suspending service for a period of time earlier this year, PROWLS president Merrilee Prior worked rapidly with the airline to get… Read More »PROWLS rescues eagle for second time
PROWLS relocates family of Muscovy ducks
With so few calls coming in, PROWLS president Merrilee Prior was happy to respond to a call from BC SPCA about a Muscovy duck with… Read More »PROWLS relocates family of Muscovy ducks
Fox sparrow recoups at PROWLS
SLOW TO LEAVE: Hit by a car on Manson Avenue by the old bird sanctuary off MacGregor Avenue in Powell River, many cars drove right… Read More »Fox sparrow recoups at PROWLS
PROWLS team finds evasive eagle
Photo: Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society volunteer member Henri Samson carefully carries an injured eagle after it was rescued from a ledge south of Powell… Read More »PROWLS team finds evasive eagle
Pipit grows restless at PROWLS
Taking shelter this past winter on the front enclosed porch at PROWLS, this American pipit was getting increasingly restless. Before, it had been content, keeping… Read More »Pipit grows restless at PROWLS
PROWLS sends owl to Delta for recovery
Ravens are very territorial. A pair perceived this barred owl as invading their territory around Lindsay Park. They gave a warning cry but it didn’t… Read More »PROWLS sends owl to Delta for recovery
PROWLS helps varied thrushes rehabilitate
Some people might wonder what this colourful bird is, as it usually appears with icy weather. With many orange markings, it calls to mind a… Read More »PROWLS helps varied thrushes rehabilitate
Barred owl becomes repeat visitor at PROWLS
LESSON LEARNED?: Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society has been particularly busy with barred owls. One in particular, living around Penticton Street and Gordon Avenue, is… Read More »Barred owl becomes repeat visitor at PROWLS
PROWLS cares for injured eagle
SEAWALK SHOWDOWN: A sunny day on the seawalk, what better time for a fight between two eagles, especially since PROWLS photographer Michelle Pennell was there… Read More »PROWLS cares for injured eagle
Baby dove grows up at PROWLS
DAZED DOVE: Found sitting on the grass near Mowat Bay, quite likely blown out of its nest by big winds, this baby Eurasian collared-dove was… Read More »Baby dove grows up at PROWLS
Junco finds new life after stay at PROWLS
LAST-MINUTE REPRIEVE: You might wonder who this little silver-grey-bodied bird is. Looking a bit familiar, this slate-backed junco doesn’t have the black head covering we… Read More »Junco finds new life after stay at PROWLS
Hermit thrush recovers at PROWLS
TINY BUT TOUGH: At dusk in early January, Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society president Merrilee Prior was called out to rescue a little bird brought… Read More »Hermit thrush recovers at PROWLS
PROWLS attempts to save injured eagle
Lying on her front and side, this large female eagle was wedged under a deck at Scuttle Bay. Only her feet, legs and one wing… Read More »PROWLS attempts to save injured eagle
Ducks recover at PROWLS after separate incidents
DIFFERENT DUCKS: Having hit a window at the mill, a lovely grey lesser scaup was knocked out. After returning to consciousness at Powell River Orphaned… Read More »Ducks recover at PROWLS after separate incidents