Mop Top

Mop Top, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

Great Horned Owlet in the rain.

I am watching 2 different nests right now. This owlet is the youngest but, it's really close to branching. Any day now! The other nest which I will post about later, has owlets who HAVE fledged. Stay tuned...

Killer Crayfish

Killer Crayfish, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

Defending himself, this crayfish stands boldly and bravely, ready to take out this photographer!

Artsy-Fartsy

Artsy-Fartsy, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

I was in the mood to experiment...

Focused

Here are a few more shots of the Barred Owl. Yes it is totally wild and not in a sanctuary or zoo. She is old and has a cataract in her left eye. I can approach because she knows me. I've spent lot's of time with her from a distance, concerned about her ability to hunt with her cataract. Her vision range is short but she can still catch prey, but misses alot. (I will not disclose location to protect her and her handicap.)

Family of Fuzz

Family of Fuzz, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

Great Horned Owl with 2 Owlets

Ready for Takeoff

Ready for Takeoff, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

Flight of the Barred Owl

Flight of the Barred Owl, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.