Eastern Screech Owl
We were fortunate to have Cameron’s spring break coincide with The Center For Birds of Prey’s special Owl Evening. We traveled to South Carolina on Wednesday so we could be there for Thursday’s festivities. It was a rare opportunity to see a variety of owls and to view some of their newest arrivals, including a pair of Barn Owl owlets just a few weeks old and so fluffy and fragile.
Owlets
Usually, the center’s flight demonstrations include an owl, but it’s held during the daylight hours when the nocturnal birds should be sleeping. This time, we were on the owls’ schedules, and it was dusk when the first ones took to the air to show their flying prowess. You could only feel the whoosh of owls overhead because they’re silent fliers, and several times an owl skimmed my hair as it flew by to its handler.
Barn Owl
In addition to learning more about these amazing birds of prey and viewing new species, we were also witness to a rehabilitated owl being released back into the wild. It was a very special night and wonderful to experience owls interacting with us in their comfort zone. I certainly have a new appreciation for their talents, and I’ll no longer think of the night as simply empty and dark.
Tricia Booker Photography 
Fantastic. Really like these.
Thank you so much! They were fun to photograph. Such great expressions.
Your photography is so superb!! I just adore everything you post.
Aww thanks Cee! I really enjoy your blog, too. Especially the Share Your World inspiration you provide. I plan to catch up this week on my blog so will be visiting soon!
Beautiful photos, Tricia!
Thank you so much, Karen!
They really are beautiful and interesting creatures. Enjoyed your photographs. I like the one especially of the eastern screech owl.
Thank you, Colline. Yes, the screech owl was my favorite of the night as well. I’d never photographed one before, and its eyes were so intriguing. I had no idea it was so small. Maybe the size of a man’s hand. Pretty awesome little bird!
So small! And with so much character 🙂
Wow what an opportunity!!! Super photos Tricia!!!
Yes, so fortunate to be down south during this week. I just adore going to this facility and even more so for these special events. Thanks!
that first shot is amazing!!!
Thank you for visiting my blog. Hope you visit again. Love your pictures.
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