Northern Hawk Owl

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Comments

Jane LeBlanc

9 days ago

Gorgeous portrait, Clifford!! I've never actually seen one.

Clifford Dupuis

9 days ago

They are elusive, this is the one one I have seen

Clifford Dupuis

9 days ago

Thank you Jane

Debra Plett

12 days ago

Wow, wow, wow. Terrific shot in every way Clifford. Colour and composition are perfect. That must have been one heck of a great exciting hour for you…I am jealous.

Clifford Dupuis

11 days ago

Thank you so much and yes it was sure exciting.

Heather Mellon

16 days ago

Stunning shot.. and talk about an hour well spent, too. Seems to me you did well to spot him since he blends in so well with the branches. Beautiful capture in every detail, Clifford.

Clifford Dupuis

16 days ago

Thanks so much Heather, and I sure was lucky to spot it as they are still and certainly do blend I

Yves Langlois

17 days ago

Gorgeous shot Clifford. The bird is perfectly detailed with a nice lighting. I appreciated also the surrounding (specialy the nicely coloured tree on the right side.

Clifford Dupuis

17 days ago

Thank you Yves for your kind comments

Description
I was able to enjoy this beauty for more than one hour during which time he also successfully hunted a vole. These hunters of the day are always vigilant as they scan the prairie for their next meal.
Taken By
Clifford Dupuis
Taken On
May 16, 2025
Tagged
northern_hawk_owl hawk_owl surnia_ulula calgary alberta canada wildlife_photographer animal beak bird owl vertebrate bird_of_prey wing twig
  • Focal: 500
  • Shutter speed: 0.0006666666667 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 8

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