Photo by David Brickner
Photographing an eastern screech owl on an open perch is not something I get to do often. This was the female from the nest I photographed earlier this summer and she would select open perches low to the ground while hunting. While i was able to get a handful of really unique shots of her, this one was by far my favorite, especially with just enough ambient light remaining to illuminate her eyes in the dark.
I think everyone loves a Screech Owl. They've got a great shape, non-intimidating size, make cute noises, come in a few colors, and seem polite for a wild predator.
If one were to ask me to recommend them and owl with no knowledge of their likes and dislikes, a nicely posed Screech would be my selection!