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Non-native eagle owl found wild in UK urban area for years

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How exactly the owl escaped from Wild Zoological Park.
Why previous rescue attempts were unsuccessful.
Whether there are any ongoing legal or regulatory issues regarding the owl's presence.
What specific measures the National Trust will take to monitor the owl's impact on local wildlife.
If the owl's health and survival are being actively managed by any authority.
How the owl arrived in the UKfactual

The owl may have been brought to the UK illegally.

According to Daily Express - Main
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The owl escaped from a zoo while on loan for a breeding programme.

According to BBC News - England

Context: This disagreement affects the understanding of whether the owl's presence is due to illegal activity or an accidental escape from a legitimate programme, which has implications for wildlife management and legal accountability.

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