The weather has been challenging lately, and life has thrown in a few distractions (more on those soon!), so my visits to see the Short-eared Owls have been a bit less frequent. But late last month, I had one of those moments that make the wait worthwhile—a truly incredible encounter.
I was lucky enough to find a Short-eared Owl perched on a post right by the road. It was completely unfazed by my presence, allowing me to approach and watch it from just a few metres away. For half an hour, I had the privilege of observing and photographing it as it scanned the fields, occasionally shifting its position from post to post in search of prey. It was a magical experience—just me, the owl, and the fading light of the evening.
So, why do these photos show it looking less than relaxed? Well, a couple of passing cyclists changed the mood. The owl wasn't happy about their sudden appearance and decided to put on its best Long-eared Owl impression—elongating its body and pulling in its feathers to look more camouflaged. It wasn’t fooling anyone, though! This tense posture didn’t last long, and once the cyclists were gone, it quickly returned to its usual relaxed state.
Hopefully, I'll be able to spend more time with them again soon!
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