Surprising Summer Sightings: Short-Eared Owls in Fenland

This summer has seen good numbers of Short-eared Owls around my fenland home. Typically, these magnificent yellow-eyed owls are winter visitors, but this year has provided some fantastic opportunities for photography.

One of the most memorable moments was capturing a Short-eared Owl perched on a post adorned with spring blossom. This is not a scene I would usually have the chance to photograph in winter, making it a special highlight of this summer's wildlife photography.