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Peanut is a “hoot” at Raptor Center

Peanut is a “hoot” at Raptor Center

by Vanessa Walker, KCAW | Jul 31, 2015 | ,

There’s a new bird in town, and she’s a little shy. After a long career in education, she doesn’t have a lot of patience for the classroom. But for the right student, she still has plenty to teach. These days, she’s settling into a comfortable retirement, just off Sawmill Creek Road-- at the Alaska Raptor Center. Read More
Rehabbed owl, Lumi, wings north on AK Airlines

Rehabbed owl, Lumi, wings north on AK Airlines

by Emily Bender, KCAW | Jun 29, 2011 |

Another snow bird is departing Sitka, but this time for a colder climate. Lumi, a snowy owl, was found along the roadside in Yakutat last November. It’s believed she was electrocuted and one of her talons was almost burnt completely off. Early this week, she was released in Barrow- a breeding ground for snowy owls. KCAW’s Emily Bender joined Lumi’s caregivers at the Alaskan Raptor Center as they were preparing Lumi for the long flight home. Read More
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