Barred Owl surprise!


Posted by Joe Messenbaugh on Wed Jun 06, 2018 2:27 pm

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When I saw the female looking my way I thought she had captured a centipede.  To my surprise she had caught a Red-eared Slider hatchling.  She then flew to her awaiting youngster who consumed the turtle in one bite!  

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by Gene Gwin on Wed Jun 06, 2018 2:51 pm
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Joe, This is a great capture! Well Done.
 

by Ron Day on Wed Jun 06, 2018 8:14 pm
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A great behavioral image and story, Joe. Very good image quality and detail. Nicely done!
 

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