Video slideshow: Top shots 2021 – Owls
Owls hold a special fascination for many and for good reason. Most are nocturnal and professionals at staying hidden during the day so they aren’t easily seen. As a photographer,…
Great horned owl displays a scowl, showcases its talons
Yeah, yet another example of the looks I get from wildlife. Not sure why I generate that response so often. ;-) I had a fun encounter with this handsome owl…
Glowing great horned owl at dawn
Ooh, that light! Near perfect conditions when I photographed this beautiful owl as the sun was just popping over the horizon. The sun’s warmth was spreading as was its light,…
The forest has eyes
Spotting great horned owls is a challenge but as the leaves have fallen off most of the trees, it gets easier this time of year. This was one smart owl…
Great horned owl gives the photographer a stink eye
Well, I reckon if you had just settled in for your bedtime and someone came and stuck a camera in your face you wouldn’t be too happy either. ;-) My…
Rare “wood owl” spotted in Colorado
A truly extraordinary sighting yesterday while out for a hike. My primary goal was to find owls and having photographed one earlier in the morning, I was looking for more.…