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Sleepy in the Sun

Sleepy in the Sun

Screech owl (red morph) roosting in a tree cavity.

Screech owl (red morph) roosting in a tree cavity.
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Jun, 2013

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Awards

Contest Finalist in Eagles Or Owls Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Hiding Photo Contest

Contest Finalist in Under The Protection Photo Contest

Top Choice

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Peer Award

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Superb Composition

+65

Absolute Masterpiece

+51

Outstanding Creativity

+18

Magnificent Capture

+11

All Star

+5

Superior Skill

+3

Jaw Dropping

Great Find

Exceptional Contrast

Genius

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Lovely pic!

Amazing capture!

Platinum

Fantastic!

Exquisite & a 5 ***** fave :D

Great capture!

WAY COOL shot

So cute! Nice pic.

What a great shot :) Stunning capture

This is so cute. Amazing how the owl blends in....

Love this! Great find and wonderful image.

Wow !!!!!! This is the cutes owl I have ever seen......Beautifully captured moment....absolutely love it :)

PRO+

You have a good eye - fantastic capture - voted under the protection

Platinum

Excellent entry.

congrats on your place in the Finals

I love owls!!! This is magnificent. Would be interested in buying, if available!

~this is the cutest owl I have ever seen :)

Love this little guy! May I have him?

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Congratulations on finalist status. Wonderful picture!!

This image is so soothing. Well done!

Ultimate

Stunning!

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Muy bien ambientada

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