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"The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released necropsy results for a snowy owl found dead in New Glarus. According to a news release, when the owl was found on February 5, it had no visible cause of death. A necropsy at the National Wildlife Health Center in Madison revealed the owl suffered from emaciation and numerous intestinal worms, impacting its ability to absorb nutrients. The DNR said these worms are common in birds of prey, but some birds are more susceptible due to genetics or immune status. The DNR said there were no signs that human disturbance led to the owl's death, despite the many visitors it attracted. The DNR emphasized the need to respect wildlife by giving them space to thrive naturally."
Link: Full Story at WKOW
A nice closing sentiment; however, while healthy birds can generally tolerate low levels of parasites, infections can be fatal in stressed or weakened individuals. The stress caused to the bird should not be ignored, and any guilt or shame over it should serve as a reminder to do better. While mistakes happen, what matters is learning from them and taking steps to minimize harm in the future.