The budding botanist
by Heather King
Title
The budding botanist
Artist
Heather King
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
I was experiencing heaven on earth watching this owlet during his first 2 days on the ground. Watching him look at the world in sheer and utter awe melted my heart into goo.
I will never forget the day I got the text from my friend that this baby owl had left the nest. Eternally grateful I will be forever to my friend who landed me the most magical great horned owl experience of my life.
*Always keep your distance & be mindful when photographing wildlife, especially young owlets*
If the owlet starts to clap it's beak and make himself look huge (by making wings very large and body poofy) you know you are too close and stressing the poor owlet as this is his defense mechanism.
For this shot I used a Canon 7D mark II
Canon L lens 4.5/5.6 100-400mm with 1.4 converter & significantly cropped.
Taken at maximum focal length over 500mm.
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May 9th, 2018
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Comments (29)
Wendy Wunstell
This is magical...not quite sure how anyone could capture an intimate moment with this magnificent creature quite like you do. Love this!!! Lf
Laurie Search
Oh my gosh, this is so amazing, dear Heather!! It's just perfect! Especially with those beautiful flowers in the background!!! And the light is stunning!! It's just so perfectly shining on this stunning creature!!! I just LOVE it!!! :)))xoxo vft fb