Burrowing Owl
Oakley, California. USA
Oakley, California. USA
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Location
I took this photo about a mile from my house in Oakley, California.Time
This was taken around 4:00 PM in the afternoon.Lighting
It was nice late afternoon sunlight with long shadows.Equipment
I shot this with a Nikon D800 and a Nikkor 28-300mm lens.Inspiration
I have seen these Burrowing Owls near my house and love the way they look. I was shooting two of them near their hole and all of a sudden one went in the hole and this guy flew away about 20 feet and landed. He kept rising up and down and making a funny noise. I caught him while he was upright. I think he was trying to protect his mate. I have never seen them upright like this and probably will never again.Editing
I cropped this tighter and in portrait orientation. A little noise reduction and sharpening.In my camera bag
I carry a Nikon D800 and a Nikkor 28-300mm lens.Feedback
I was persistent by going back to this area to capture these owls and finally got this photo. It was well worth the effort. I love these little guys and this photo looks like he is trying to say something to me.
