In late fall, the Saw-Whet Owls, our smallest forest raptor, migrates through Connecticut in large numbers, moving southward. Please join naturalist and raptor researcher Larry Fischer at the Mine Hill Preserve for an evening presentation on the natural history of the Saw-Whet Owl. Learn about their status and abundance during the different seasons in Connecticut. Larry will also discuss their diet, habitat preferences during seasons, courtship behavior and behavioral traits they share with other owls, as well as behavioral traits that make them unique among owls. 

Using federally licensed bird banding techniques, Larry will attempt to capture a few of these owls as they move through our CT forests. If successful, participants will be able to see the small owl(s) as Larry takes weight and measurement data as well as the owl’s age and sex. Larry has been studying the Saw-Whet Owl for over 25 years. 

RSVP is required. Please contact [email protected] or call (860) 350-4148.  Plan on dressing in warm layers, bring your own chairs and warm beverages.