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Short-eared Owl, A First
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Short-eared Owl, A First (Asio flammeus)

Not up to the High standard of Ian F but i was very happy to get this shot, I have spent many evening looking for this Owl at my local Reserve and last night struck lucky with five minutes of the Owl Hunting in front of me, It was a bit distant but a very welcome sight.
Habitat
Field
Location
East Lothian
Date taken
24/10/08
Scientific name
Asio flammeus
Equipment used
Canon40D 400DO
Well, it sure is up to A High standard :clap: A cracking image JT, very nice habitat/flight shot; love it :t::t::t:
 
Now Now J.T. were not in competition this is a superb flight shot and i think Ian will agree wonderful post m8 keep them coming.
 
I don't know I'd be very happy with this myself. A lovely capture to see the habitat as well.
 
Oh, Jim, I think the picture is extremely beautiful, the owl is not big but very neat, and the pic shows splendorously its habitat!!! :bounce: A wonderful firstie!!! :clap: :clap: The close encounters will come later! ;)
 

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