There have been numerous reports of an aggressive owl attacking visitors at North SeaTac Park.
The City’s posted signs informing park users that they should be careful and protect themselves. All park users should take precautions when walking in the forested areas within
the park at dusk or dawn, that’s when the owls are most active.
Parks staff have consulted with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife:
~ Use an umbrella, hat or helmet to create a barrier between the owl and your head.
~ Wave your hands over your head to distract the owl.
~ Clap your hands and make noise
~ Listen for the “hoot” of an owl. They will often hoot as a warning before swooping down.
~ Wearing a headlamp (front and rear facing) may help to temporarily blind the owl.
This particular owl is most likely a Barred owl or a Great Horned owl. Aggressive owls are usually reported at this time of year based on nest building and defending their territory or
juvenile owls hunting for food. This kind of behavior usually subsides by the winter.
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