Which one looks better? A.... Or B....?
Which one looks better? A.... Or B....?
From Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
A HUGE thank you to Dr. Kevin S. Donnelly and Dr. Sarah Brattain at Veterinary Eye Institute for examining our burrowing owl patient, 25-0080! These incredible specialists enhance our success in patient releases and provide us with a deeper understanding of eye trauma and treatment plans!
The owl even seems to be cooperating by keeping its eyes wide, though that might be a byproduct of the head pinch.
I don't think the pinch is doing it. They have upper and lower lids they can move independently. The big pupil looks very helpful though. Owls have voluntary control over pupil dilation, and can dilate them independently also. I've been curious if they have to use dilation drops on them like when I go to the eye doctor.
A quick search turns up results for dilating eyes during a vet visit, so it's definitely possible.