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Barred Owl in the House: Fireplace Flue Entry, Safe Release

A barred owl (hoot owl) entered via open fireplace flue, flew through house, perched on chandelier, then left through front door. Call: "Who-cooks-for-you." Keep chimney cap off in summer for chimney swifts—they're amazing. Owl ID site linked.

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