Hopeful Owl Mom Fosters Two Abandoned Chicks | The Dodo

[@FBI-3]

Kudos to Luna for adopting those beautiful baby chicks.

[@kyles8524]

Im pretty sure Luna thinks they are her chicks

[@kimc5814]

Watch the full video on his channel. Luna is so protective of her owlets that she won't even allow her mate to be with the babies! ❤😂 Luna has been a surrogate to several owl babies. She's a love. ❤❤

[@brandonweeks]

In the full hour long video she adopts 6 and they all survive

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

@@brandonweeks she must have wondered at times how she was so prolific !! Love her !

[@ezziboo]

She was so happy to finally have babies😢❤

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

She must have thought that those little eggs held more than she expected! It is such a privilege to see this. I hope they all have a long, healthy life 💞

[@garryiglesias4074]

« I hope they all have a long, healthy life» My thoughts go to all those tiny nice mice that will be molested and ingurgitated... Mice Lives Matter too..

[@loki2240]

Like the "magically" growing sponge dinosaurs for kids.😂

[@charlottebonnie5320]

@@garryiglesias4074 Ja, aber fressen und gefressen werden - das war von Anfang an so!

[@garryiglesias4074]

@@charlottebonnie5320 I'm pissed of Google assuming that I speak german because I live in Switzerland (and no, I don't speak german, we also speak French in Switzerland...)... And now even YT commenters assume that I speak german... I'm going crazy... I'M F***ING FRENCH !! A.H. lost the war ! ;) (Yes I asked google for the translation, and yes, even between humans (German vs French, British vs French, Spanish vs British) we still apply this beastie rule. But that one point we could fork from the "natural trend", and be more restricted about our fatal tendencies.)

[@garryiglesias4074]

@@Seeriousley Beside the joke, I keep both... Rats/mice are like spiders: they CLEAN YOUR LITTER... You should question the bad human actions instead of putting culpability on mices and rats (/or spiders, ants, etc.). I love birds, I love mammals, I love most animals (I admit, I have a problem with flies, although I know that they are too very important in our ecosystem).

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

Once again, Robert E Fuller delivers a beautiful rescue story!! I encourage everyone to watch his full documentary about sweet Luna and her adopted babies. It's magic. Much love! 💕😊

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

Yes yes! 👏 I agree 🙋🏻‍♀️ Everyone should research him/his videos more! 🫶🦉❤

[@shalacarter6658]

I loved him in "Winterwatch:"

[@RobertEFuller]

@@SeattleRaindrop206 Hi thanks for your kind words, great to see so many of my regulars on The Dodo too 😊

[@RamenNoodle1985]

I just subscribed. I had no idea Luna was fostered herself ❤

[@Goofybig_goober]

I watched halfway through it and it was interesting

[@lynnej7219]

Luna and Bomber are power parents. Raised fosters again this year, as well as their own ❤️

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

Bomber, that’s so cute🥰 …And probably fitting! 🦉❤

[@SapphirasMama]

This story is amazing. She also reared another 4 chicks. They all fledged

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes 6 last year and she has taken on 4 this year too

[@BuffaloNickel9]

@@RobertEFuller Wow, Luna Has Most Excellent Mothering Instincts! Please excuse me for not knowing, but... Were any of these more recent baby owls Luna raised her own offspring/hatchlings this time?

[@paris9626]

​@@BuffaloNickel9 Two of them were her own chicks! The other two were rescued

[@mehcutcheon2401]

She was so excited when she saw the babies. It was so beautiful.

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes that has to be one of the most amazing moments I have filmed It’s a pleasure to share with so many people

[@nathanjohntv7902]

Such a wonderful story for mama owl and 2 adopted baby owl

[@EmbalmerEmi]

Seeing the baby flapping its wings and imitating their mom is just so precious.❤🥺

[@BlackFlagHeathen]

I’m so glad y’all are giving Robert E. Fuller more airtime!!! He’s such a wonderful artist, content creator, and person. You get so attached to the animals he follows. 🥰

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

I totally agree! ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Hi and thanks, it’s nice to see you on the Dodo too 😃

[@BlackFlagHeathen]

@@RobertEFuller oh yes, I’m obsessed with anything that has to do with animals! 🥰

[@RamenNoodle1985]

It's so lovely that Luna, who was fostered herself, has passed it on. Maybe she was able to recognize herself in the chicks ❤

[@sandrahertel6282]

Luna didn’t take a beat to start looking after the owlets. Her face with the digging was priceless.

[@AE-se9bl]

Lovely to see Dawn and Dusk again and of course their loving mama Luna ! Thanks Robert E Fuller ! 🌟🥰🍀

[@horizon1294]

Well done, Mr, Robert E Fuller, your awesome plan do wonders! Luna is one great foster mom and I'm so happy they both fledged! Keep up your good work!! ❤

[@ninajames8433]

What a brilliant idea to give this Mom a pair of perfect kids! Everybody wins! Thank you for this heartwarming story!

[@marie-clauderecchia4531]

Mr. Fuller your videos are no less than treasures they teach us so much about wildlife while having great respect for the animals studied which often give us a wonderful life lesson Thanks a million !

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

I love this comment! ❤ And I agree 1,000%! 🦉🌎🫶

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks for watching and your kind words I simply love making a difference to wildlife and sharing my stories with so many people 😊

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

@@RobertEFuller Certainly all the memes, videos, etc. of Nature has helped raise awareness and care for animal welfare. YOU make a difference for sure !!

[@xpndblhero5170]

That was so cool to actually see the learning process in their little heads.... You can see the gears turning as she watched Luna fly for the first time. 😊❤❤

[@hectorsmommy1717]

I had the privilege to watch a Mourning Dove pair who nested outside my bedroom window. They used that nest for 3 years before it blew down in a storm and laid 3 clutches of 2 eggs each per year. It was a little above my head so I could see the babies after about a week or so until they fledged. I just loved watching them flap their wings and assess the situation before finally taking their first flight. Many babies spent their first night out of the nest on my balcony which was the perfect distance (and a bigger target than a tree branch).

[@xpndblhero5170]

@@hectorsmommy1717 - That's really cool, I have finches where I live and they have nests on my neighbors house and on my garage so I've seen and even helped a couple learn to fly... I saved one from a shrew trying to pull it in its hole and I kept it for 2 days until it started flapping its wings again so I brought it outside and waited for the parents to come for it, so now the babies of the one I saved are super friendly w/ me and will land right at my feet when I go out and feed them. It's so cool that they trust me but when I had it in a box I could see it realizing that I was helping and I feel like it told the other birds that I'm a good human.... 😁👍

[@plaidpanda]

Is there anything cuter than owlets?!? ❤ 🦉 ❤

[@Mountain_Drew]

Yes. Baby rhinos.

[@plaidpanda]

​@@Mountain_Drew Adorable, yes, but I'm still Team Owlet 😉

[@LazyIRanch]

My baby Nigerian Dwarf goats could tie for first place, but they'd still have to share it with fuzzy, wuzzy, fwuffy, widdle baby owls! I clicked immediately when I saw the adorable thumbnail pic. I've loved owls since I was a kid. I live on a mountain now, way out in the boonies. I used to get TV reception from a big aerial antenna mounted on a 20 foot tower, but with wifi streaming and a smart TV, I don't need it now. I was about to sell the tower when I heard hooting one night and came out to see a big, gorgeous, majestic Great Horned Owl perched on that antenna, scanning the mountainside for his/her family's dinner! Nope, the tower stays as long as I own this place! 🦉💓

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

Even the name… owlet/owlets is flippin’ adorable 🥰 🦉 ❤

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

@@LazyIRanch This is the coolest story! I’ve heard those owls can be really big, right? Well, a big owl to me is anything bigger than a football size. My gosh, I would love love LOVE to live a life like yours. ⛰️🌲 …wilderness and wildlife all around you! 🫶🦉🌎💕

[@treegreen941]

Love Robert Fuller! He paints outstanding pictures, when he's not rescuing different animals around his property. Kudos to him for ensuring these two owlets are safe and happy, along with their new mom.

[@shirley9240]

Thank you for doing what is best for Dusk and Dawn. Their names are perfect and they are so adorable! Bravo, Luna and Dad for taking such wonderful care of them! This was so good for the parents as well.

[@HelenMcCallister]

No hesitation and right down to business for mom. She didn't even waste time to act surprised or excited, just instant calm acceptance and love. Perfection.

[@UnlikelySero]

The only way this could be improved is if a couple moments with Bomber had been included! Luna being protective of the eggs (even from her own mate) and Bomber sneaking a quiet moment with the babies while she's gone were such missed golden moments. ❤

[@kathykay6602]

Thank you Robert for sharing these precious videos with us! We are lucky to have you! So are the animals!

[@RobertEFuller]

It’s a pleasure to share my wildlife experience and stories with so many people Thank you to all my viewers

[@bari2883]

This guy is truly a champion. The amount of wildlife he helps and advocates for needs to be recognised. Those chicks are adorable fluff balls. Glad they got a second chance.

[@anitabakker9383]

Beautiful to see how mama Luna takes them under her wings❤

[@tronbunny]

Luna must be the most famous Tawny Owl Momma in the world. She and her mate, Bomber are the best! 💕💕🎉🎉

[@scripturientguru]

Absolutely love Robert E Fuller! Always been making heartwarming, amazing wildlife content! Highly recommend his channel if you love birds and nature and want to support a good cause.

[@RobertEFuller]

👋 Thanks 😊 nice seeing you on The Dodo too

[@CindyRink]

I was completely enchanted by this story, thank you so much for the clever rescue and filming their progress. Made my day.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

This! I agree ❤🦉🎥

[@beckybrynjolfsson]

She knows better. She knows you switched them . They have a unique scent she can tell isn't hers. But a baby is a baby. She is a fit parent unlike many people I know.

[@AcerJones21]

Birds in general have a poor sense of smell :) She might well know though.

[@RobertEFuller]

Not many birds have a good sense of smell you only need to study there scull structure compared to a mammal I have done this sort of thing many many times and it’s incredible how it works the maternal instinct is very strong even in birds

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

She does not know I suspect. She doesn't even think like that. This behavior is instinctive It's not logical.

[@HelenMcCallister]

If she does know, she clearly could not care less about it. They're hers now, that's all that matters for her.

[@dideedi7351]

Birds can’t smell. This is a ridiculous statement.

[@Lowlandlord]

OMG, the cute little babies getting into trouble and mimicking Mom's flight!

[@agirlnamedbrett.]

owls are just so damn cool.

[@wildprimates]

Robert E Fuller is one of my inspired wild photographer! Always captured the best scene of wild animals. Just amazing ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊

[@wildprimates]

@@RobertEFuller So happy to see your comment ❤️

[@lyndseystrait1513]

Beautiful story & footage, as always with Robert & the Dodo! I love how he gave the mother a chance to be one when she never could have been otherwise. It was also sweet to see their family interactions!

[@kp8381]

Amazing . Luna, Dawn and Dusk, I hope you are thriving. Thanks Robert for allowing us to see nature and nurture. ❤🦉🦉🦉

[@ColRusSer]

Robert Fuller makes the most beautiful wildlife films!

[@lesleyb26]

That little wing flap when Dusk saw Luna fly is adorable ❤

[@hannahgoose9843]

I've watched way too many of these videos. I'm just crying continuously now from joy

[@dpdp4953]

So lovely! Thank you for giving these Chicks a new family ❤

[@leenahusa1806]

Baby owls are so incredible adorable. So fluffy

[@dreamydevilangelic]

The head bopping is so funny to me 😂

[@nd8471]

Dawn wasnt digging the nest, he was writing Dawn and Dusk were here for future owls wholl grow there. I love how Luna was like" Let me Love you" when the chicks were already grown up

[@heathertaylor8904]

That was absolutely magical to witness. Thank you so much for introducing such a beautiful family, recording it and sharing it with the world. Animals are sentient, just as we are, and this really helps show the world just how powered by love animals can be as well ❤

[@AniFam]

This is awesome~ Great for both mom and the babies~ Thank you for sharing this video~🤗

[@justtj8085]

Robert Fuller getting the love he deserves.

[@skins4thewin]

Love seeing Robert Fuller getting attention here. His content is amazing!

[@Lizzardthething]

For anyone who didn’t watch the whole video on Robert’s channel, she proceeded to take in 4 more for a short time.

[@tammys701]

That was the epitome of gorgeous 🦉🦉🦉❤

[@xyz7572]

So excited to see Robert here on The Dodo! Robert has my favourite channel of all time 😊

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks 😊 glad to be on the dodo again more to come 😊

[@emmashuffle6457]

There clumsy landings are so cute 😂❤

[@Klinikburungkenari]

It's amazing, all the animals are happy in that place

[@dayb4valentines213]

Beautiful story ❤️

[@Viking8888]

Robert, I have been really loving your backyard wilderness videos! Keep them coming.

[@dmcfarlane4976]

I love Robert E Fuller’s channel.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 glad you enjoy what I do and great to see you on The Dodo

[@D_e_n_i_s_e_B]

Thank you. This is so magical! Let's take better care of our planet

[@gavaudun463]

thank you sir for these magical moments. Mr Fuller is a blessing for us all.

[@fufufu_.2019]

That's so heart-warming, mama owl looks so happy with her new chicks

[@Jothikana]

I’m so glad she got to be a mom. 🥰

[@sophiabright8371]

Love to Robert Fuller! You are so inspiring and care so much.

[@thea1rachiel]

I love this guy’s bird videos.

[@crystalphillips696]

I absolutely love this story it's one of the best. Thank you for all you do for wildlife. I love what you did for the foxes also, I just started watching your channel and it's amazing.

[@SeattleRaindrop206]

I’m totally addicted to this channel! It’s my favorite. ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Hi glad you enjoy what I do 😊 I have to say it great to share my experience with so many people

[@ioanwarren9835]

Thank you Mr Fuller for the great information. Great stuff! 🙏🎈💕

[@Davepool-hs7vr]

That owl is a good mama

[@Youtubename-qq2fb]

It was truly amazing to get to watch Luna take in these little chicks and to see them adjust to wanting more independence. Owls are amazing and beautiful, thank you for sharing this!!❤

[@stephanietate5263]

What perfect names you are an artist of wildlife you didn't imitate life you emulated it you brought animals who needed each other together n made the world more beautiful that's true art!

[@southernsass2937]

This was so incredible to watch. Thank you! 🦉

[@chumark54]

Such a blessing to be able to see this.

[@peggymiller9064]

How amazing and beautiful was that!!!❤❤❤❤

[@Gabistruwwelliese]

Simply amazing. The story, the camera work and the passion for wildlife.

[@squareggs]

The owlets get a foster mum and Luna escaped the feeling of loss, and is doing what she does best, just lovely 🥰

[@marialogan8786]

Awe, this is so cute. ❤️

[@ladyvincenza]

So sweet:) Thanks for making this family happen!

[@DEEP_STATE]

A sweet story. I love owls! 💓

[@jameseastwood4984]

Robert Fuller is a genius of wildlife photography and filming.

[@krispypriest5116]

From Dawn to Dusk. Love it. Thank you Robert Fuller.

[@maha333g5]

Robert is amazing...love his videos!!

[@pamelamays4186]

Luna. Dawn. Dusk. Such awesomely perfect names for a Mama Owl and her little owlets.🤎🦉🦉🦉

[@ameliesayshola8854]

I love this guy’s channel! He always tells the most interesting stories of the natural world.

[@akankshaawachar]

Beautiful and so adorable.. Thankyou Robert.. Thankyou Dodo.. Keep shining... ✨❤❤❤❤🙏🙏😇🧚‍♀️

[@alligatorseverywhere7233]

Oh my gosh!!!! Robert Fuller hit another home run. This is lovely. God bless him for highlighting so much beauty for us all. He’s a gem ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 I always try to help wildlife when I can I have been lucky enough to make a living painting it for 30 years so I just like to give a bit back

[@bonita1228]

This is beautiful. I could watch all day.

[@coriandermylovelypup]

Yes, so magical. Thank you so much! ❤

[@adrienchandler4906]

Mr. Fuller, you are a gift.

[@nanotify]

OMG, can we have more of these vids. They're soo adorable and lovely to watch again & again. 😊😊😊😊

[@HeavyChevy]

I love owls, they are so beautiful 😍

[@reneeroth4045]

God Bless Your Loving Hearts ❤ Thank You, this was delightful. 😊💗😊

[@Prashanthbentley1]

Amazing job by Robert 👏... Need more people like him in this world 🙏

[@nathanjohntv7902]

Such a wonderful story

[@iloveoklahoma6592]

I watched the full video of these owls and it was absolutely beautiful! If I am not mistaken, he brings several more owlets for Luna to foster and she does a wonderful job. He does the most amazing videos on wildlife and I am subscribed to his channel.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thank you so much, yes Luna and Bomber are fantastic foster parents and have raised a number of orphaned chicks.

[@flyingfree7]

So happy they had a chance to live and grow up to be HAPPY OWLS....❤

[@margaretstutts4362]

This is absolutely awesome!! Thank you!

[@spmoran4703]

I love The Dodo . It's simple approach of telling people about the natural world is actually very clever.

[@ggoannas]

I love their calls. It is the sound of the cold, bare winter land.

[@venividi9603]

Aww luna is such a good mommy

[@QueenOfPetty21]

This was an incredible story on them. Luna is a rockstar. Took those sweet babies in and gave them a chance. I loved how dusk mimicked Luna with the wings but waited it out. Incredible

[@philoctetes_wordsworth]

Thanks, to Robert E. Fuller, for his amazing work! His paintings, films, photos, and rescue work are nothing short of a British National Treasure, and a gift to humanity-and those wonderful animals, of course.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🥰🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻💋💋🇺🇸🌸

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

Well said, totally agree!! 💕😊

[@richardjohnson5529]

well done Luna its so wonderful to see the young Owls branch.

[@MissSmudge78]

Thank you Robert, that was magical

[@timetoretire]

Oh thank you.. so precious...lovely ending to the day!🦅🦅🦅👍

[@robertenglish3921]

I hope those rare birds grow happy, healthy and free for a very long time! 💟 man, Owlets are different

[@Judithestears]

I love Robert Fuller! He’s wonderful, and his content is fantastic ❤❤❤

[@gabrielemathes9848]

wie niedlich. sie hat sie gleich angenommen.

[@ellyneilsen2865]

Really love your wildlife documentaries, please don’t stop!!

[@RobertEFuller]

Don’t worry I won’t stop 😊 it’s totally 💯 my life film document as of share 😁