Decatur
Eastern Screech Owl
Megascops asio
Decatur is an Eastern Screech Owl who was bred for education at the Illinois Raptor Center in Decatur, IL. His parents are both non-releasable, rehabilitated screech owls, and their young are given to nature centers around the country to help teach about owl biology and conservation.
Decatur himself hatched on May 3rd, 2022, and arrived at VINS a few weeks later. Though he has no physical injuries, he was purposefully socialized to humans so as to be a comfortable, eager participant in his new education ambassador duties.
Decatur enjoys taking baths (about 3 times a day!) and is still learning that the wild robins outside his window are not a threat.
Adopt Packages
Thank you for helping support the care of our Eastern Screech Owl, Decatur, through the RISE Adopt a Raptor Program. Together, we can protect our natural heritage through education, research and avian wildlife rehabilitation.
$30
ADOPT PACKAGE
Adoption Certificate
Species Fact Sheet
Color Photo
$50
ADOPT PACKAGE
Adoption Certificate
Species Fact Sheet
Color Photo
Window Cling Decal
1 Guest Pass
$100
ADOPT PACKAGE
Adoption Certificate
Species Fact Sheet
Color Photo
Window Cling Decal
Reusable Shopping Bag
2 Guest Passes
$250
ADOPT PACKAGE
Adoption Certificate
Species Fact Sheet
Color Photo
Window Cling Decal
Reusable Shopping Bag
2023 RISE Calendar
2 Guest Passes
$500
ADOPT PACKAGE
Adoption Certificate
Species Fact Sheet
Color Photo
Window Cling Decal
Reusable Shopping Bag
Private Experience
4 Guest Passes