Massachusetts lawmakers want to restrict a type of rat poison that is particularly dangerous to birds, pets and wildlife.

Despite statewide restrictions on the deadly poisons, new research shows they’re still infiltrating the food web.

CHARLESTOWN – A barred owl that apparently consumed rat poison and was struck by a car in Charlestown is clinging to life at a rehabilitation clinic. "Unfortunately, the prognosis is guarded ...

The owl is believed to have been hit by a car after consuming rat poison, which is a common occurrence, according to the rehabilitation clinic treating the bird. Rodent poison is a threat to many ...

“I believe this owl was hunting roadside and got struck ... This typically is caused by rat poison," the Executive Director and founder of Congress of the Birds Sheida Soleimani said.

Davis, a farmer and entrepreneur, has developed a newfound respect for the winged assassins after installing an owl box on his Madera County almond ranch. He was so impressed with the efficiency of ...

Essex village plagued by crashes after 'rat run' road leaves two dead weeks apart The owl was also flat and unresponsive on being admitted into their care which the vets believe was from secondary ...

Why this rat poison is dangerous “When your predators ... Mertz said these birds are natural predators for rodents. They once had an owl show up after ingesting rodenticide.