AU-124239 Southern Boobook Owl

On March 10, 2011 I received a beautiful homemade postcard with the Southern Boobook Owl (Ninox novaeseelandiae) from Joan (Australia).

The Southern Boobook feeds on insects, small mammals (such as the House Mouse, Mus musculus) and other small animal species. Feeding takes place mostly at night but some afternoon and morning activity may occur, especially on dull days. Most prey is detected by listening and watching from a suitable tall perch. Once detected, flying prey, such as moths and small bats, are seized in mid-air, while ground-dwelling prey animals are pounced upon. - http://birdsinbackyards.net

AU-122218 Barn Owlpostcard and Southern Boobook Owl stamp

Today my mailbox was happy again :) A very nice postcard with a Barn Owl (Tyto alba) sent by Heather (Australia) with two beautiful stamps, one of them with the Southern Boobook Owl (Ninox novaeseelandiae).

Tyto alba

 

The barn owl inhabits caves, woodlands, barns and other buildings. it is a monogamous animal. Pair bond with its partner lasts for several years, until one of the partners die.

About postcard: Singapore Zoological Gardens - www.zoo.com.sg / www.nightsafari.com.sg.

Ninox novaeseelandiae

This Southern Boobook Owl was hit by a car while it was chasing prey in the beams of its headlights. It suffered a serious injury to its right eye - an injury that can prove fatal for nocturnal birds that depend on acute eyesight and stereo vision to locate their prey. The baby owl was taken to Kanyana Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Western Australia, where it was treated for its injuries. 

 

About stamp: 
Issue date: 5 October 2010
Denominations: 60 cents
Stamp design: Sharon Rodziewicz
Product design: Sharon Rodziewicz
Printer: McKellar Renown
Paper: Tullis Russell
Printing process: Lithography
Stamp size: 26mm x 37.5mm 

 The Wildlife Caring: Rescue to Release stamp issue coincided with Wildlife Awareness Month in Australia. The issue was released for Stamp Collecting Month, which aims to bring the enjoyment of stamp collecting to children through educational themes. These particular stamps draw attention to the importance of Australian wildlife carers and their ability to return animals to their native habitat after injury or illness. - Australia Post

 Update: On March 7, 2011 I also received two self-adhesive stamps with Ninox novaeseelandiae, in mint condition. Thank you again, Heather!