Re: Slowly getting there with the Barn Owls

Took a last trip to Sculthorpe this evening before I leave again. Still trying to find the right spot to capture the Barn Owls out hunting. Had the best success so far this evening. Just sorry I have to leave tomorrow. If I Could only erect a hide about 30 meters into the field .............

Such fabulous birds to watch and they were showing so well tonight. Click for a bigger view.

Andrew

Gorgeous :) Wonder if it's the same individual I photographed on Friday?

Thanks Aiki.

This one was using the nest box on the far side of the scrape. However there was at least one other that was hunting and taking prey beyond the nest box so I think there were at least two pairs out hunting the same stretch this evening.

Fantastic !

Fab pics andrewa. Unfortunately, I am still awaiting re-population of my local barn owls as all seemed to succumb to the recent onsecutive harsh winters.

Thanks Galatas and Red Grouse. It was fantastic to see them last night and they came closer than usual. If id been in the other hide id have been a good 10 meters closer still - im never satisfied Lol.

Hope the local population recovers quickly Red Grouse

Andrew

Great photos Andrew,

I would be more than satisfied with those, :o)

Have a safe trip back.

Beautiful shots - really stand out.  As sugar said, have a safe trip back and enjoy sorting all those photos when you get there!

Beautiful photos Andrew      Have a safe journey back to the heat LOL

Agree with the others beautiful photos of a majestic bird.

Fantastic set of shots! Such beautiful birds!! Wish I could see one in daylight!