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Barn owl offspring survival strategy

Chris Packham and Kate Humble introduce some more of Springwatch's minicam wildlife stars and explain the brutal reality of how barn owls maximise breeding success. If food supplies fail, up to 40% of chicks may be eaten by one of their siblings.

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Springwatch2011, Episode 2

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