AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Wildlife Rescue is urging people with pest problems to stop using glue traps after it rescued a barred owl.
Officials said the owl was chasing a mouse, which eventually got stuck on the trap. As a result, the owl got its feathers stuck as well. The rescuers were able to free the owl from the trap and clean its plumage with Dawn baths.
"Please keep in mind that glue traps are never a good option," wrote Austin Wildlife Rescue on Facebook. "They result in animals’ pain and suffering and do not solve your problem. There are other more humane options, please call us if you need suggestions!"
Austin Wildlife Rescue can be reached at 512-472-9453.