Great Horned Owl Named Chomper
Chomper is a Great Horned Owl. He is a human imprinted bird who was taken from the wild as a baby by a family who attempted to raise and keep him as a pet. He ...
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Chomper is a Great Horned Owl. He is a human imprinted bird who was taken from the wild as a baby by a family who attempted to raise and keep him as a pet. He was fed inappropriate food and grew ill as a fledgling. His favourite snacks are a wide range of prey items ranging from mice to rabbits, squirrels, and other mammals, as well as birds and sometimes even other raptors. With almost no sense of smell, Great Horned Owls often prey on skunks! Owls are powerful birds and fiercely protective parents. They have even been known to attack humans who wander too close to their young.
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Contest Finalist in Wildlife In The Snow Photo Contest
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mihrt
February 26, 2017
Fabulous capture and edit Cher. I can't get over the detail you can obtain with your camera. The story behind Chomper is so interesting. It shows so much that these creatures are not meant to live with humans, at least ones who don't know how to take care of them and feed them as they should be fed. I am so glad he was rescued. Thank you also for the History behind the Great Horned Owl, always new things to learn!
MaryMulholland
February 27, 2017
Agree with all comments and more ****** stunning, amazing bird and you have shown it perfectly :)
JulesB
February 28, 2017
You captured everything right in this amazing shot...another one for 'NatGeo' ...well done again.(*_*)
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adriansart
March 06, 2017
I have to agree with everyone else Cher not just this image but the story behind it!
deannefortnam
March 09, 2017
I was wondering how you got so close to this bird. They normally don't let anyone anywhere near. Gorgeous shot
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KayBrewer
May 08, 2017
Congratulations, Cher! Finalist in the Wildlife in the Snow contest! Well - deserved. Take it all the way!
estercastillo08
May 08, 2017
Congratulations !! Cher Finalist in Wildlife in the Snow Photo Contest , good luck !!
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mihrt
May 09, 2017
CONGRATS ON FINALIST IN WILDLIFE IN THE SNOW !!!!!!!!!!! this fabulous composition truly deserves such an Honour !!!
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Dalecga
December 17, 2017
When I was young I have seen that stare from many a teacher who always said on my report card that I should spend less time socializing and more time paying attention. Lol. Great shot and description.
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Eddieuuu071
March 23, 2018
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful Owl photo! Congratulations, I have placed your photo into my favorites file from which the winner will be chosen! Best of luck!
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ChrisBrendemuhl
March 31, 2020
Great capture! I love the description! I just spotted two of these yesterday in the trees behind our house. Hopefully they are nesting back there and I will be able to photograph them. I have been smelling the odor of skunk a lot lately. Might be why! ;)
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HuaweiP30Lite
May 31, 2023
Gee, Professor, rest assured that my homework is all done! Except, yo wouldn't believe what happened to me on the way to the forum! 😁
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