Owls

[Douglas]

For the past couple of years or so, have on occasion seen one, and more recently two Screech Owls hanging around. Yesterday morning, was out on the deck at around 6AM and saw one, then two, then four of these wonderful creatures. Yesterday evening was watching for them, and saw all four again. This morning was out there again, hoping to be treated with another good show, and was not disappointed. Saw five this morning! Apparently the pair have offspring they are teaching to hunt. They seem to like my back yard, and the bird bath that's tucked away in one corner, surrounded by bushes, with trees overhanging it. I'm going to build an Owl house, and hang it in a tree back there. The youngsters will need a place when Mom and Dad kick them out.

[jjptkd]

That's pretty cool, haven't seen an owl in quite awhile. I tried taking some pictures of a medium sized, red-headed woodpecker the other day in my side yard but my camera sucks.

[TNRabbit R.I.P.]

Cool~ Take some pics!!

When I was in elementary school, I read a book titled "Owls In The Family" & a followup that I don't recall the name of. They were fascinating stories about a family who adopted wild owls for one reason or another (injury, etc.) & what it was like to live with them. These were true stories written by the boy whose family lived in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. I've read many books since then, but still remember those vividly.

Keep us updated on the saga, Doug!

[Douglas]

I'll try to take some photos, but with it being early morning, and late evening when I see them, there is not much light. Don't want to use a flash cause it might scare them away! I do have a good F2.8 Nikon 80-200 lens that might just be able to capture them. Anyway, I'll try to get some photos.

[kingman R.I.P.]

Screeching owls remind me of the scene in My Cousin Vinny...one of my favorites!!!

[Douglas]

OK, got some photos. Will post more later.

[TNRabbit R.I.P.]

Fantastic shot!