The Eastern Screech owl is the only small owl in the Eastern United Stated that has ear tufts. This little owl is also the only owl that appears in two distinct colors, or morphs. Its voice is mournful and can be heard late in the evening. Very often ( every time I have ever seen one ) they are sleeping in a hole in a tree. These guys are fairly common so next time your driving or walking in the woods take notice of the holes in the trees, you just might see one!
Taken a year apart, these photos show the the two distinct color morphs
This guy is no dummy, picking the sunny side of the tree to stay warm in the frigid weather
If you didnt look up you would walk (or drive) right past this guy.
Thanks for stopping by, feel free to leave some comments!
-Bill
3 comments:
really lovely photographs Bill, i love owls, the intensity of their stare, the last image is brilliant
Hi all,
The owls are looking distinct colors. Thanks alot.....
Wildlife Photography
these guys make me happy. love the photos, how obliging!
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