FAU’s burrowing owl relocation sparks student backlash and concern

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FAU’s burrowing owl relocation sparks student backlash and concern

Students are speaking out against Florida Atlantic University’s decision to relocate burrowing owls after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) approved a permit to clear space for the construction of the new residence hall set to open in 2026.  While the FFWCC permits FAU to “non-lethally harass” the owls from their campus habitat, FAU’s representative said only a cluster of owls were affected. “The permit was for the re…