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Great horned owl

Bubo virginianus

Photo by BareFeat
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Field Notes

Description:

18" tall, downy

Habitat:

Large live oak, river/orchards

Notes:

Appeared to be a fledgling, not as pretty as momma yet. She flew as we approached. Very large birds, silent flight. Also very large kill stain under her roost, lots of skeletal remains.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Ashish
Carolina, I do not know much about this amazing bird family as most of Indians are skip this bird. Indians believe this bird is messenger of death. In college days I observed Owl Nebula, a sky gazing object, while studying Nebula I was really introduced this really beautiful bird. Then I study lot about this bird and see many films on it. I think this bird should be Human's best friend. Its real hunter of mice.
Carolina
Yes, Ashish! What a beautiful eyes!
Ashish
Oh...what a shot...those cute big..eyes...!!

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