MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that a snowy owl that was found dead in February likely died from emaciation.
The owl was found on February 5, 2025, in New Glarus, and there were no clear signs as to what caused its death. A DNR conservation warden recovered its body to submit it to the National Wildlife Health Center in Madison for a necropsy and testing.
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The most pronounced findings were emaciation caused by several intestinal worms, hindering nutrient absorption. High totals of intestinal worms are generally common in birds of prey, with some more susceptible because of genetics, immune status and feeding habits.
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