Barn Owl Mom Feeds Hungry Babies, Ages 6-19 Days, Fresh Gopher

10 PM and the baby Owlets are growing quickly and are very hungry. Barn Owl Dad, Adonis, is doing a good job of providing fresh prey every evening. Recently Athena, Owl Mom, has joined in the hunting. She is not yet as effective as a hunter, but as you can see here, she is very attentive to see that all the babies are receiving part of the dinner. The older Owlets can eat largely on their own, but the younger babies still require help from Mom, who tears small bites and feed them directly. The level of instinctive behavior is amazing!
*Please visit the owls anytime at our 24/7 Live Channel, at "Eric's Barn Owls Nest Cam Livestream"*
Athena And Adonis' First Egg Hatched March 7th, And The Seventh Egg Hatched March 20th.
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Located in a semi-rural north coastal region of San Diego County in California(PST), this recently erected Barn Owl house was first visited by owls, Athena and Adonis, on December 20, 2023. It is my hope to share the opportunity to observe a pair of Barn Owls during the reproductive season (typically January to June) as they court, bond, lay eggs and raise their young to the time of fledging (usually 10-12 weeks after hatching). With the use of IR lighting, which is not visible to human or owl eyes, the Barn Owls can be observed 24 hours a day.
Eggs are generally laid one every 2-3 days, for a total of 4-6 eggs. Incubation period is typically 31-32 days, with eggs hatching days apart consistent with when they were laid. Once eggs have been laid, the female will generally stay at the nest full time. The male will hunt Mice, Rats, and Rabbits to provide food for the female and babies. Barn Owls tend to be most active hunting after dusk and before dawn.
I hope you enjoy visiting the Barn Owl Couple, Athena and Adonis, as they create their new family.
** WARNING **
Nature can be cruel. Like many wildlife species, Barn Owls hunt, kill, and eat their prey. This may even include their own species at times.

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Great videos!

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Thanks!

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It's amazing how momma owl takes care of her babies and making sure they all eat. Just like us moms 😊❤

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So true!

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So true!