From Hoo’s Woods
"Fall’ in love at Hoo’s Woods!
Yesterday, we released Ixonia, the large female Great Horned Owl, from the center. She had suffered multiple injuries from a vehicle collision this summer and made a full recovery.
Over the past few weeks, every morning around 5 a.m., a wild Great Horned Owl has appeared near Ixonia’s cage, hooting softly. And then, she started hooting back. Perhaps this is the start of a courtship. We’ve even found partially eaten prey, including a bullfrog, left near her cage, perhaps as an offering.
Ixonia flew strong, landing high in the pine trees, and this morning, we heard two Great Horned Owls calling once again. Who knows what the future holds, but far be it from us to stand in the way of true love. Be well lxonia!
Note the owl haybale art, inspired by Ixonia created by our talented board member, Mandy Croft.
It isn’t often we get a full story from start to finish, so it’s wonderful to have closure on this wonderful effort.
Ixonia’s Backstory
Farewell Ixonia!
And the town of Ixonia really should add her on their Wikipedia page. Without her I wouldn’t know about it.
Very good point! If I ever happen on the name Ixonia, it will definitely trigger memories of the owl moreso than the city.
It sounds like she’s getting out at a great time, and I hope this fellow is a nice guy she can settle down with.