Subject: Barred Owl
Date: May 7 13:20:43 1994
From: Diane Richardson - richd at amtsgi.bc.ca


Hi,
I live in costal British Columbia where the Barred Owl is a relatively new
resident as its range has expanded westward. I've noticed that since a
pair has taken up residence in my neighborhood the Western Screech Owl
previously common here, has become scarce. I've heard one only twice this
spring whereas previously they would be heard constantly. Does anyone
know what is going on? Is the Barred Owl preying on the W.Screech Owl?
Are the Western's there but just not calling ,or what?

Diane Richardson EMaDiane Richardson; EMail: richd at island.amtsgi.bc.ca ;
King Rd., Salt Spring Island, BC V8K IW9