Snowy Owl Photography
Posted by Douglas Brown , Saturday, December 3, 2011 11:03 PM
Although there is concern within the thoughts of birders, and bird photographers, these snowy owls are quite alright with respectful photographers.
Using a decent tele-photo or zoom will result in great shots, without disturbances.
Also getting the shots and getting out is the best option.
At some point in time they need to feed, and the more people who "get that" the better off all will get along.
The birds came to a place where there are many people who use the dike for walks and they are accustomed to seeing people.They like busy airports, and even hang out at the golf course where golfers walk by constantly during the day.
More on the return of snowy owls to the area. Apparently about 30 of them
Short Eared Owl & Harrier
Posted by Douglas Brown , Sunday, November 20, 2011 12:22 PM
Fighting over a vole in mid air...Note the vole in the left side of owl claw.
Snowy Owls
Posted by Douglas Brown , Thursday, November 17, 2011 6:32 PM
The snowy owls return after a 4 year absence.
Merlin
Posted by Douglas Brown , Wednesday, November 16, 2011 9:43 PM
A rare opportunity for a Merlin to be so accommodating.
Taken at Iona in Richmond.
Meadow Larks are here.
Posted by Douglas Brown , Friday, October 14, 2011 11:01 PM
They've been around for awhile, but this is the first of the season for me.

