After two most rewarding days ringing Barn Owls with Tony Cross of the Welsh Kite Trust, it is worth reporting that to date some 38 Owlets have been rung in Ceredigion. The majority of broods are of three but some of five have been located. Compared with previous seasons the birds appear to be about a week ahead of usual in their development and very well grown. Stocks of food in some of the boxes testify to it being a good season for small mammals. Of particular note was the occurrence of water voles as a common food source at sites around Cors Caron!
If any one is aware of Barn Owl sites with young, and accessible for ringing, please let either Tony or myself know.