I don't think I ever grew out of the childhood bit of asking "why" about everything, and every answer I get makes me want to learn more. A few years back, I never would have imagined there was so much to learn about just one group of birds, but after doing near 4000 Q&A with you guys about them, I feel I've barely scratched the surface. They're an animal we've been fascinated with since our days as primates, yet we still know so little about so many of them.

I always want you guys to feel your questions will be taken seriously and that if you make a comment that it was worth sharing here. The interest you guys have shown for what I share has led me to getting to work hands on with animals, including owls, and I get so many opportunities that I never could have imagined to know more about nature, so I am very grateful to you all. In a time where so much of the human world seems really messed up, getting such a strong appreciation for the natural world and meeting other people that are so passionate about helping animals and making our world a better place in a tangible way has been invaluable. You've all helped give me much more than I've been able to give to you.

I love hearing how learning about these superb owls has made your lives a bit brighter, and I hope to keep encouraging you all to love your local wildlife more and hopefully one day to get involved yourselves. Anyone can volunteer to their local wildlife rescue and become a part of this great experience. Rescues will start looking for volunteers around January, and work will start in March-April, so if anyone thinks they may want to care for animals, I encourage you to reach out to your local rescue people.