Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Snowy Owl

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I was so excited when I noticed a Snowy Owl in my yard the last few days.  I saw him once and thought better of letting out my hens.

However, I thought I heard him in my front yard again last night….well apparently I was right.  He arrived again tonight just about 8:30.  The girls had gone to bed.  

This isn’t a good picture but the best I could get at this darkening hour.  I didn’t know we ever could see these around here.  I think they are a rare breed here.

 

Do you think he is looking at the Eagle on the flag pole across the road?

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5 comments:

  1. KrisJuly 23, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    Fabulous creatures!!! Careful with the hens!!
    XO Kris

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  2. KarenJuly 23, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    Hi Karen, I suspect what you saw was really a great horned owl, they're quite common on the West Plains. Snowy owls are way-y-y up north at their summer grounds. As I write this , a young great horned is vocalizing outside my window.

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    1. UnknownJuly 24, 2013 at 6:33 AM

      I actually saw him during the day and he was white and gray. Beautiful!

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  3. UnknownJuly 24, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Yes, I do think Mr. Owl is checking out the flagpole! Have a great Wed.

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  4. This N ThatJuly 24, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    WOW..Great catch with the lens...

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