I decided to make a run up to the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center this morning in search for any owl species. Walking a trail there I spotted this beautiful gray morph sound a sleep. It was a chilly 12 degrees when I left for birding but with full sun and no wind, it was a very pleasant day to be out. First owl of the season for me, it was nice to see one again. Images were taken on November 14, 2018.
A sleeping Eastern Screech Owl, gray morph…
At a distance…
Oh, my,,,wonderful pic! Look like this little owl has positioned himself to get some solar heat! The camouflage is amazing!
Super images, Jim. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful images as always, Jim. Greatly appreciate you keeping us posted with these pictures captured during your birding ventures.
Nice spotting and photography, Jim! I probably would have walked past without seeing this owl which blends into the tree bark so well.
Beautiful images Jim! Outstanding. Our four boxes are ready and waiting for our Screech Owl to return. Thank you for sharing.
Stunning imagery! Thank you for sharing your talents and this gorgeous owl!
Oh my, stunning and precious. Could be a watercolor, maybe a collage created from bark. Neither. This is Jim capturing the wild in authentic clothing. Most of us would walk right past this little treasure. You’re a great teacher, Jim!