Barred Owl Removal Sparks Legal Battle | Spokane News

Barred owls are being targeted in a massive, controversial federal plan to save the northern spotted owl—nearly half a million birds slated for removal over 30 years across Oregon, Washington, and California. Critics call it cruel, expensive, and politically motivated, accusing the timber industry of pulling strings behind the scenes. Animal rights groups are fighting back with billboards and lawsuits, while federal officials stand by the plan, claiming barred owls are outcompeting their endangered cousins. A court decision looms—and the fate of these forest dwellers hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7ab06ea847406a61