Wildlife, fish and pets are put at risk even though alternative rat poison and rodent-control solutions are available
Casualty: In November 2023, this distressed northern spotted owl was found on the ground at Mt. Tabor Park in Portland. Despite efforts of wildlife medical professionals, the bird passed away. Testing showed the bird was suffering from secondary rodenticide poisoning. Photo: Tara Lemezis/Bird Alliance of Oregon
By Melodie Meyer. September 11, 2025. On a November afternoon in 2023, a Portland Parks & Recreation staffer found an injured northern spotted owl in Mount Tabor Park.
Rescuers rushed the bird to the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Care Center for treatment. Despite rescue attempts by wildlife rehabilitators, the owl died just hours later…