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  1. 11-29-2009, 04:44 PM #1
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    Short-eared owl in flight

    Well, it's that time of the year again. Taken in the morning. I didn't expect to see them; always thought they only showed up late in the afternoon. Foggy day though.

    And I have a feeling that unless you use bait, the chances of them flying close to you is minimal. Harriers are much more friendly in that regard


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  2. 11-29-2009, 05:03 PM #2
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    These are great AE!
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  4. 11-29-2009, 05:42 PM #4
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Incredible.
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  5. 11-29-2009, 05:52 PM #5
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Wow! Those are wonderful shots. I love how the owl stands out against the foggy background in these.
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  6. 11-29-2009, 05:52 PM #6
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Cool to see an Owl in flight during the day...nice captures on all!
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  7. 11-29-2009, 08:20 PM #7
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Very high on my favorite raptor list! Some great images too.

    Short eared owls are typically seen the last 30 minutes of light, but on cloudy days will hunt all day long if food is abundant. You can find them perched in secluded area all day long if you are lucky though
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    wow these are really great shots, possibly some of the best i've seen posted here. very nice!
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Outstanding shots! Love that last one especially.

    I'm keeping my eyes (and ears) open. I've only seen them twice and I was captivated. We are starting to get reports of harriers in the area now.
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  10. 11-30-2009, 07:51 PM #10
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Thank you, everyone !!

    Hope you get a chance to get some shots of the owls and the harriers, Loupey !

    Oh, short-eared owls and harriers sometimes they fight each other for preys.
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  11. 11-30-2009, 09:26 PM #11
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    very nice to see owl flying photos !
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  12. 12-01-2009, 01:29 PM #12
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    These are amazing pictures and absolutely beautiful. I think the second one is my favorite - the colors are lovely!
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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Perfect! and that animal is a beauty.

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    Re: Short-eared owl in flight

    Superb! Bravo!
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