Sat on the balcony, she was unable to fly away

On November 3, a resident reported a wild bird in need of help on their balcony. City guards rescued the weakened bird, identified as a rare boreal owl, known for its distinctive features. The owl was having difficulty moving, so it was carefully transported to a Bird Sanctuary at the Warsaw Zoo for veterinary care. The boreal owl is a strictly protected species in Poland, typically found in old coniferous forests, and its presence in urban areas is uncommon, often indicating that the bird is lost and requires assistance.