Ed-Head of Reptiles
Hi, I am Ed, I joined The Kent Owl Academy at the end of 2022, I was looking for experience with Birds of Prey and Exotic Animals. I love to be around the birds and spend time with them. Lansell the Tawny Owl is my favourite bird here as he was the first Owl, I interacted with. I would love to open my own animal and reptile rescue centre as I want to help any animals that need a home.
Nick- Volunteer
Hi, my name is Nick and i joined The Kent Owl Academy in March 2023. I joined wanting to gain some experience with birds of prey as it was an interest of mine. I enjoy flying in the shows and answering questions that people have. My favourite owl is Harvest the Dark Breasted Barn Owl. I am hoping to get a job at a zoo specialising with birds of prey in the future.
Kirsty-Volunteer
Hello! My name is Kirsty.
I joined the centre at the beginning of 2023. As a vet nurse I wanted to develop my skills with animal care and had an interest in falconry and birds of prey. I want to continue and let my skills grow within the bird of prey world and work full time at an educational falconry centre like the one I’m currently volunteering at.
Liz-Volunteer
Hey, I’m Liz!
I joined the Kent Owl Academy in 2023. I have 10 years of reptile keeping experience and have been published in Exotics Keeper Magazine.
I was drawn to the academy due to the many similarities between reptiles and birds and the desire to broaden my knowledge.
My goal is to become a Herpetologist focusing on behaviour and the advancement of captive husbandry.
Johnathan-Volunteer
Hi! I am Johnathan.
I joined the centre after visiting and found out that they take on volunteers, I found it interesting and wanted to take on a new hobby and get out more. I have loved the time I have had at the centre so far and I am looking forward to learning more and possibly be able to fly a bird independently and one day talk during shows.