Owl update

[Trent Watts]

July 2 was the first day I saw the Long-eared Owl family in my friend's yard just blocks away from my home. When I returned, six days later, with another group of birders we could tell the young had grown and were now actively exercising their wings. Here are some images from that visit.

Although there are 4 young I have only managed to see three together.

This one flew down and landed on a branch that just collapsed under its weight. It soon managed to get upright and flew and hopped in stages back up to the other owlests.

A much more dignified pose from the owl learning to live in this world.

 

[AlanLichty]

I love that first shot with all those big eyes looking back at you.

 

[Jameel Hyder]

Quite the fuzzy creatures. Nice shots.

 

[Michael13]

The first image needs to be hanging on your wall !

 

[JimFox]

These are so great Trent! Awesome really, and that first one is beyond awesome.

 

[Michael Liskay]

Joyfull set here! in #2, I am not sure what I am seeing....

 

[DES]

First picture looks like they're cute critters, but we noticed the sharp talons!

Darrell

 

[Beth]

young owls are always fun to watch as they poke their heads around in all directions and angles. great photos.