The Western Screech-Owl (Otus kennicottii), a beautiful bright eyed small owl only growing to about 8 inches tall and fairly common throughout Southern BC & Vancouver Island.  This little fellow unfortunately hit a car one night, but was rescued and now resides at the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society in the Comox Valley.  MARS is a non-profit bird and small mammal rescue centre that does an exceptional job on a shoestring budget.  They had their annual open day on Saturday and this year it included the successful release of a rescued & recuperated  bald eagle.  This little owl however cannot be released as it damaged its right eye and lost the use of its right ear in its collision with the car, so would not be able to hunt properly if released.      You can join & learn more about MARS here: www.wingtips.org