In the Idaho desert, just south of Boise, there is a sprawling complex that serves as a home to 22 very special ambassadors. These ambassadors are birds of prey that help humans better understand how to care for these creatures in their natural environment.
The newest addition to The World Center for Birds and Prey is Salix, a baby barn owl. Despite being only a few weeks old, Salix is already capturing the hearts of visitors with its small, scruffy appearance. This young raptor is teaching visitors about the importance of caring for birds in the wild.
Stephanie Ashley, the curator of birds, and Tate Mason, the director of The World Center for Birds of Prey, recently spoke on Idaho Matters about Salix and the other avian ambassadors at the center. Through their work, they hope to educate the public about the role they can play in preserving and protecting these majestic creatures.