Tuesday, January 6, 2015

Snowy Owl

 Snowy atop a utility pole

There seem to be quite a few Snowy Owls in our area again this year and this one wanted a grand view where it could feel safe. For quite a while it sat fairly still, moving only it's head. Then it stood up....

Flying off to capture something tasty

and flew down into the plowed field below.

I am connecting to Stewart M's Wild Bird Wednesday HERE

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77 comments:

  1. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"January 6, 2015 at 4:50 AM

    Beautiful bird.

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  2. AndyJanuary 6, 2015 at 4:50 AM

    Awesome photography Camera Girl! Keep on clicking.

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  3. GigaJanuary 6, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    Looks wonderful on the fly. Regards.

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  4. RevrunnerJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:25 AM

    We had a Snow Owl here in the Washington, D.C. area for a while. But it's believed he's moved on. No doubt he could find better snow elsewhere. :-)

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  5. MersadJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    What a magnificent bird!

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  6. eileeninmdJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:55 AM

    Gorgeous Owl and awesome shots.. Have a happy day!

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  7. The CrankyJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:56 AM

    Both shots are great, but love the way you captured him in the first one!

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  8. Kerri FarleyJanuary 6, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    MAGNIFICENT!!!! WOW!!!

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  9. LowellJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    Terrific photos!!! This has got to be one of the most elegant and beautiful birds in the world!

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  10. MalyssJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    I love when you take so fabulous pictures !In France, we say that such white owls bring luck, so it will be a good year for you ! :o)

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  11. ElaJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    Oh, this is a gorgeous bird !
    And your shots are excellent !
    Greetings

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  12. Yogi♪♪♪January 6, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    Beautiful!

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  13. Pamela GordonJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    Gorgeous photos of this magnificent bird. I've never seen one but there are sightings all over NB this winter.

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  14. RoanJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:56 AM

    One word...WOW!

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  15. DarlaJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:13 AM

    Wonderful shots of a beautiful bird.

    Darla

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  16. Bethany CarsonJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    Those feathers are gorgeous! Awesome shots!

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  17. MontanagirlJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    Just Beautiful!! Aren't the Snowies wonderful?? I posted a collage today of some Snowies - stop by :)

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  18. Beyond the Dog DishJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Oh my goodness. These couldn't be sny better! So crisp, clear and in mid action. I must look up where to find them here. We tred last yr but had no luck. Know of sny good depots in Durham?

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  19. MadSnapperJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    i wish i could stop using this word but it is the only one that fits. AWESOME!!!!!

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  20. BirdmanJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:25 AM

    Wow! Bird in flight.

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  21. TexWisGirlJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    just fabulous!!!

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  22. JennyJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:53 AM

    I keep hoping I will see one in our area. Really great pictures.

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  23. aspiritofsimplicityJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:53 AM

    Beautiful. There is at least one here on our rather tiny island but I have not seen it yet.

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  24. Margaret Birding For PleasureJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    Magnificent bird and shots

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  25. Mary HoneJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:13 AM

    I love owls! That is a gorgeous bird.

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  26. Cheryl @ TFDJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    Beautiful shots!! He's a beautiful bird. I don't see many owls around my place, so I really enjoyed this post.

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  27. GeorgeJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    Your photos are gorgeous, as is the owl.

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  28. JudyJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:33 AM

    If I ever saw one of those birds I would be too excited to take a picture! Awesome shots!

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  29. Linda W.January 6, 2015 at 10:36 AM

    Wow! What a wonderful bird to see. Your shots are fabulous.

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  30. AnvilcloudJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    How awesome such a sighting must be for you.

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  31. Bob BushellJanuary 6, 2015 at 10:59 AM

    A beauty, the Snowy Owl. Two of them, really well taken Tina.

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  32. 21 WitsJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    What a hoot he is! Beautiful gift of nature! Just beware little kitties!

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:07 AM

    Beautiful bird, beautifully photographed!

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  34. RebeccaJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:31 AM

    Wow! What great photos of a beautiful bird!!

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  35. Modesto ViegasJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    Good shots!

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  36. DeniseinVAJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    Oh my goodness, brilliant photos of this gorgeous bird. I am in awe.

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  37. Taken For GrantedJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:03 PM

    These are great owl photos. Congratulations.

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  38. DawnTreaderJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:27 PM

    These are beautiful (meaning both the owls as such and the photos!)

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  39. KarenJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Wow...fantastic!

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  40. SharonJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:22 PM

    Fantastic photos of the owl. Such a beautiful bird.

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  41. HansHBJanuary 6, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    Wonderful photos, well done!
    Happy New Year to you!

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  42. mickJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:27 PM

    Great photos of a magnificent bird and the in-flight photo is especially beautiful.

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  43. cieldequimperJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    I'm gobsmacked and speechless every time you post owls...

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  44. RedPatJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:46 PM

    These are fantastic, EG! I wish I could see an owl but haven't yet. I have seen 2 Redtailed Hawks flying around downtown today - probably looking for a pigeon.

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  45. RohrerbotJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    Nice Nice Nice!!!!! Fantastic captures! Awesome birds and glad you got to see one on this new year! Epic!

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  46. Ginny HartzlerJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    Oh my gosh, he is beautiful!! And you managed to capture both sitting and flight, each one is glorious! We have seen one only once, many years ago. But it never flew.

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  47. Ruth HiebertJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:03 PM

    WOW! These are GREAT shots.

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  48. ShammickiteJanuary 6, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Lovely, I wish I could see one. If you see him again, tell him to fly my way, OK?

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  49. CloudiaJanuary 6, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    So glad I saw this great post today!




    ALOHA from Honolulu
    ComfortSpiral
    <3

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  50. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    wow- awesome photos!!

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  51. DebbieJanuary 6, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    really beautiful captures!! they are here at the jersey shore but I have never seen one!!!!

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  52. kayerjJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    how privileged you are to see and get shots of such a magnificent bird. thanks for sharing.

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  53. Sylvia KJanuary 6, 2015 at 5:55 PM

    What a gorgeous bird and your captures are superb as always!! I've never seen a Snowy Owl before!! Awesome!! Thank you so much for sharing!!

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  54. Sue (this n that)January 6, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    Wow, you're so lucky having these incredibly beautiful owls visit your area. I'm blown away by your photos :D)

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  55. MichelleJanuary 6, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    WOW!

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  56. Brian KingJanuary 6, 2015 at 6:59 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!

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  57. JaniceJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    Stunning!

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  58. LoisJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:17 PM

    Wonderful shots of a gorgeous bird!

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  59. StephanieJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    Lovely to see the owl!

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  60. JackJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:25 PM

    EG, the light for your first owl photo today is exceptional. Good work.

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  61. RandyJanuary 6, 2015 at 9:34 PM

    Amazing photos.

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  62. LindaJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:27 PM

    Gorgeous images of an awesome bird!

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  63. diane bJanuary 7, 2015 at 1:35 AM

    Fabulous bird shots especially in flight. I'm still trying to manage that.

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  64. AimeecakesJanuary 7, 2015 at 2:44 AM

    Oh my gosh these are stunning! What a beautiful creature!

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  65. PerthDailyPhotoJanuary 7, 2015 at 6:26 AM

    Oh my gosh, beautiful shots EG, what treat for us.

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  66. JudyJanuary 7, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Love it!!!

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  67. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    What a gorgeous creature!

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  68. NatureFootstepJanuary 7, 2015 at 12:34 PM

    gorgeous shots of the Snowy Owl. Thanks for sharing the beauty :)

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  69. UnknownJanuary 7, 2015 at 12:50 PM

    I love the flight shot! How awesome to see this bird in the wild.

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  70. A Colorful WorldJanuary 7, 2015 at 2:16 PM

    Just LOVE the in flight shot! They are incredibly beautiful birds and you got some wonderful photos of this one!

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  71. NaquillityJanuary 7, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    what a gorgeous owl. i sure wish we had them here. have a great night~

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  72. jp@A Green RidgeJanuary 7, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    Magnificent photos!!! Drooling over them and the sighting!!!.../)JP

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  73. KathyJanuary 7, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    I love seeing your owl photos. Probably because I've never seen an owl up close in the wild. That's somewhat strange since I live in the country!

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  74. Connie SmileyJanuary 7, 2015 at 9:05 PM

    Great shots of that magnificent bird!

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  75. CountryMouseJanuary 9, 2015 at 1:57 AM

    What a beautiful bird. I'm thinking Harry Potter right now. Great shots.

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  76. HannahJanuary 10, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    Gorgeous owl, it has such a look of power on its face. The black and white feathers on it's chest look like a vest. I've only seem the white wings of an owl flying by at night from the car, your shots are amazing!

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  77. RoseJanuary 12, 2015 at 9:02 PM

    I'd love to see a snowy owl...just once in my life! They are so beautiful!

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