Denver Holt

The Mission Valley is home to abundant wildlife populations, and in the winter, it’s known as a hot spot for birds of prey. A group of researchers and birders is counting raptors to ground that reputation in hard data.

Denver Holt has been counting long-eared owls for 30 years. Known around the world as "Mr. Owl," Holt is always searching for answers about the iconic…

"Fieldnotes," February 9th & 10th, 2014: "Owl Afternoon," by Caroline Kurtz. http://www.montananaturalist.org/"'If he bites you, blow in his face. If he…