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The Owl staredown!

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A while back we visited a rehab centre for raptors. Some of them cannot be released again, but they perform a vital contribution in education. For us the encounter with the Spotted and Cape Eagle-Owls were something to remember and very special. So I thought to share it with you guys:

Cape Eagle-Owl

Now, the Spotted Eagle-Owl, loved this, but was very particular to where the scratching need to take place…

The Spotted also like it, but also does a mean staredown!

This was so cute and I love the face!

Finally, he decided to give the one-eye camera a good stare as well – so funny, so special.

Take that, you..you thing!
Hope you enjoy our little interaction.
LT

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how delightful, they look so calm and contented, what a treat for you to see... and those eyes.....

20 Aug, 2012

 

Thanks Pam, they have beautiful eyes.

20 Aug, 2012

 

Delightful blog - thanks. It good to see they are looked after and obviously happy.

20 Aug, 2012

 

Hi Little things, that last photo is a classic! A great blog and photos too.

20 Aug, 2012

 

Thanks, from the stories, they seem to be 2 rascals, especially by evening feeding. Chasing people around the place. LT

20 Aug, 2012

 

Owls are amazing - loved that. Such beautiful creatures and great photos.

20 Aug, 2012

 

Amazing photos . . . love owls!

20 Aug, 2012

 

Enjoyed your blog. Great pics. Owls are fascinating. There is an owl sanctuary about 45 mins drive from where we live, so I must visit it in the summer. It's called Owlcatraz!

21 Aug, 2012

 

Thanks. They are pretty big birds, and yet so elusive, it was great to see them and even touch them or interact with them on such a personal basis. It was very much worth the visit. LT

21 Aug, 2012

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