The crows attacked Mom Great Horned Owl this morning (quite a regular occurance). She seemed quited nonplussed by it all, and some of these black birds may end up being tonight’s snack for the owlets. This could be one HUGE reason why the crows always try to drive the owls out of the neighborhood (w/o success) (video link for email subscribers of the crow attack).
Mom just prior to the crow attack in a tree near the nest
Now in a distant White Pine. Mom even starts to preen, but at one point the crows get a bit too close!
The expression seems to say … you’re back?? You are a bother!
And the youngsters. Images are from yesterday evening.
I have conflicting admiration for both the crows and this dear owl family. Wonderful photojournalism!
that dear family! thanks for sharing their days with us
Mom is remarkably calm! And the owlets are getting so big and fluffy. I also enjoyed the series from a couple of days ago of your yard burning process.
A fav of mine also, not just because of the owlet but the habitat adds to the image. I often do not zoom to the full amount possible for that reason. Thanks for the kind words.
Absolutely love last shot of juvenile GHO!
All of your pix are great…