Followed the crows this morning and got a surprise. I was expecting to find my local great Horned Owls which tend to like this particular pine thicket. In fact last night around 9 pm, I listened to the GHO’s mutual love serenade at the almost identical spot. Thus, seeing this Barred Owl at 7:30 am was NOT expected. My local owls which nest nearby are more than capable of killing the Barred.

Trying to Get Some Sleep … At 14 seconds the crows get the owl’s attention (video link for email subscribers)