An unwise owl became a firefighter's first ever animal rescue, after the feathered creature got stuck in a tree in Hayes .
Hillingdon white watch were called to the garden on Normandy Drive on Thursday, January 7 by the RSPCA, who believe the owl is owned, as it had leather straps around its feet.
Firefighter Noble used a short extension ladder to safely rescue the bird, which is now being cared for by the RSPCA until it can be reunited with its owner.
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson said: "Rescuing an owl stuck in a tree is one of the more unusual calls for our firefighters to attend, but we know they had a hoot and are delighted to have safely rescued the bird.
"On this occasion the RSPCA were called in the first instance, which we’d always recommend.
"We'd urge Londoners to act wisely if they ever come across an animal injured or in distress and call the RSPCA's 24 hour helpline on 0300 1234 999 or go to rspca.org.uk.
"We will always be there in an emergency, but not all animal rescues need our help.”
The Brigade was called at 1:50pm and the owl was safe and sound in just ten minutes.
