F/6.3, 1/160, ISO 800.
Short Eared Owl
What kind of flower doesn’t sleep at night?
The Day-zzz
Interesting Fact: Normally reluctant to leave the nest, female Short-eared Owls that are forced to flush often defecate on their eggs. The resulting putrid smell may repel predators or mask the scent of the nest. ( https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Short-eared_Owl/ )
F/6.3, 1/250, ISO 1600.
Short Eared Owl
When does a Owl go “mooooo”?
When it is learning a new language!
Interesting Fact: As suggested by their wide global distribution, Short-eared Owls can travel long distances over vast expanses of ocean. Witnesses have reported seeing these owls descending on ships hundreds of miles from land. ( https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/short-eared_owl/lifehistory )
It has been one year since my first post. What a great year! Thank You everyone for your support.
F/6.3, 1/320, ISO 1600.
Ring-Necked Pheasant
Day 66 / 365 Part 1
“Oh sh*t people, time to run”.
Interesting Fact: Ring-necked Pheasants sometimes cope with extreme cold by simply remaining dormant for days at a time. ( http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/ring-necked_pheasant/lifehistory )
F/6.3, 1/125, ISO 800.
Short Eared Owl
Day 66 / 365 Part 2
“I can see clearly now the snow has stopped”!
Interesting Fact: The Short-eared Owl may compete with the Barn Owl in some areas. Some successful nest box programs to attract Barn Owls have coincided with the decline of the Short-eared Owl in the same area. ( http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/short-eared_owl/lifehistory )
Through Open Lens 