I had a great day today. Bear with me while I tell a little story. No, this will not be one of those really long ones. The first year we had owls I had a real basic camera. Once we found out we had babies a new camera with a better zoom was needed. Dave came home from work and I said "load em up." I made Dave get me a new camera and a new pair of binoculars that night. Well, today I decided I needed something with more zoom again. Thank you Dave for my new camera!!! See I told you I would make it short!
Just because I wanted to play with the settings. I actually think Hootie looks quite stunning in Sepia.
A number of years ago we had a tree break off near the drive. One day in the middle of the winter I saw Dave outside with the chainsaw working on the tree stump. I was very impressed when he carved a bear into what remained of that tree. Well tonight as I was going out to owl watch I saw Hootie fly and land on the bear. So cool!!
Just a close up of the owl and the bear!
Two little un-named owlets.......or could there be three???
We have not figured it out yet but if you look carefully in the bottom left of the hole???
They really have to work hard to reach the hole. You can see them bobbing ,which helps them judge distance. It is really funny to watch as they make their way farther into the hole.
Hootie came with a little dinner and there was mayhem in the nest. They were screeching and climbing on one another trying to be the first in line. She no longer has to tear the catch into small piece, they can eat it whole.
Not the lucky one this time. I am thinking since we used 2 boys names last year we should be fair and use girls names this year. We have a few ideas floating around, but if you have any suggestions please let us know. You can comment here, e-mail me, or see me on facebook.
Night for now. Will keep you informed.....I am going to LOVE this new camera!!
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