Tito

Tito (Northern Saw-whet Owl)

Tito came to the Center from Juneau, AK. He was found on the ground, starving and being attacked by ravens. His right eye is deflated (blind) leaving him with no depth perception, making it impossible for him to hunt or defend himself in the wild.

The Saw-whet owl is named for one of its calls which resemble the sound of saw teeth being sharpened. Other names for the Saw-whet are Acadian owl, Blind owl, Kirkland’s owl and the Sparrow owl.

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The Alaska Raptor Center’s Adopt-A-Raptor program allows people around the world to help us care for Alaska’s wild birds. By becoming an adoptive “parent,” you help support the daily care, feeding and any required medical treatment for your adopted bird.

Adoptive “parents” receive an official adoption certificate, a photograph and biography of the adopted bird, natural history information, and a one-year membership to the Alaska Raptor Center. As a member you will receive a 10% discount on all of our gift shop items in future purchases.

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