A long-eared owl, that's who!
And yes, I have had far too much coffee.
And no, I never blink!
And no, those long ear-like feathers are not my ears, those are just feathers. My ears are on either side of my head. The openings are asymmetrical: the left ear opening is higher than the right. This positioning helps me to locate prey by sound and I can catch mice in total darkness just by sound.
The nasty people who caught me in their nets (which I apparently can't see or hear and which managed to catch me THREE times), seemed to be extremely happy with the whole affair. I was definitely NOT amused!
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11 comments:
Excellent!
Excellent shots!
Amazing eyes... what a powerful and intense gaze
Mollyxxx
Interesting eyes on this wise old bird. Was it caught for tagging?
Had to pop by because Owls fascinate me. Wonderful shots.
Wonderful shots!
Simply lovely photos of a magnificent bird! Love your story to go with them.
I didn't know that about their ears but it does make sense!
Poor guy, caught in a net three times? But you got some great photos!!
I love he looks as though you just opened the door on him taking a shower or something.
Can't imagain never blinking!
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