Tees Valley barn owl population grows as 541 chicks are recorded this year
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Tees Valley barn owl population grows as 541 chicks are recorded this year

1 hour ago · Originally published 28 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Tees Valley barn owl chick numbers 'exceed expectations'
Volunteers from the Tees Valley Wildlife Trust have recorded 541 barn owl chicks this season, doubling the previous year's total of 270. Favourable weather conditions and a network of public-sponsored nest boxes have helped boost breeding success, providing a significant lift for the local population.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK County Durham
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