Great Horned Owl

This gorgeous Great Horned Owl is shrouded in mystery. Jasper was confiscated by Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officers who asked if we could temporarily house her. We happily took Jasper into our care.

It was immediately clear that Jasper needed veterinary care. One of her eyes was missing. It remains unclear to this day exactly how Jasper lost her eye. Regardless, the veterinarian stitched Jasper’s eyelid shut to help avoid infection. Jasper was also missing tissue from her left wing.

When Colorado Parks and Wildlife let us know that Jasper would need a permanent home, we jumped at the opportunity for her to join our ambassador team. This spunky girl became a permanent resident in 2014 and has been a recognizable educator since.