A majestic white speckled snowy owl has been captured in Wirral.
The bird of prey, which gained popularity among owl breeders and owners thanks to Harry Potter's pet Hedwig, was found in the area on Monday, April 3. The owl is currently being looked after by the Independent Bird Register, a nationwide charity for stolen, lost and found birds.
IBR chairwoman Barbara Royle said: "The snowy owl was handed in on Monday, unfortunately we don't know exactly where on the Wirral it has come from. There's a possibility it has been released on purpose, because somebody may be struggling to look after it, or they can't afford the food for it. That's not for sure - it's only a possiblity. Either that, or it has escaped from its aviary. But it's very unusual that its owner hasn't come forward yet."
