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Jul 25, 2017 18:29:35   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
I posted a photo of the sibling of these two a couple of weeks ago. It was injured and went off to a wildlife rehab place. I just learned that its wing was broken in a couple of places and it was subsequently euthanized.

The future looks brighter for these two who have fledged and are now roosting at the opposite end of the covered arena where they've been growing up and learning to fly. Soon they'll be gone, but I had a chance to get some shots before that happens. The shots are not great given the challenges of low light and lack of a real tripod. I supported the 100-600 Tamron and Canon 7D combo on a metal gate at a distance of about 60 feet. If these birds are still there tomorrow, I'll have the tripod with me and hopefully get better detail.

Note: For size reference, the roof support is probably a 2x12.


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Jul 25, 2017 18:32:17   #
jackerayc Loc: Southeast Texas
 
Nice. But "who's watching hoos?" Lol

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Jul 25, 2017 18:35:05   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
jackerayc wrote:
Nice. But "who's watching hoos?" Lol



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Jul 25, 2017 18:48:18   #
blacks2 Loc: SF. Bay area
 
Wow, Vicki that is beautiful. love those faces, keep us posted.

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Jul 25, 2017 18:54:47   #
Lame-Duck Loc: Fresno, California
 
Very nice shots, Vicki. You certainly got some great images considering the conditions you had to put up with to get the photos. If you go back tomorrow, is it possible for you to try using a flash? I use one a lot when I shoot birds in shaded trees. I'm very envious, because I have yet to get a single keeper photo of barn owl.

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Jul 25, 2017 19:22:50   #
Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States
 

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Jul 25, 2017 20:23:48   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Lame-Duck wrote:
Very nice shots, Vicki. You certainly got some great images considering the conditions you had to put up with to get the photos. If you go back tomorrow, is it possible for you to try using a flash? I use one a lot when I shoot birds in shaded trees. I'm very envious, because I have yet to get a single keeper photo of barn owl.



I tried a flash but didn't get good results. I'm not sure whether I'm using it correctly - had the zoom set for 80mm. It's another one of those hi-tech gadgets that has me a bit confused. I think a tripod would help considerably. These birds are up at about 20 feet. If I can get some stability closer on the ground, I might get better images and even be able to leave the shutter open longer (they don't move much when they're trying to sleep).

Glad you liked them Mike. Good or bad, I keep trying because I know the opportunity won't last. They may be gone tomorrow.

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Jul 25, 2017 20:24:39   #
vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country
 
Longshadow wrote:



Thanks for taking time for this post Longshadow.

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Jul 25, 2017 20:40:00   #
carlysue Loc: Columbus
 
How sweet and entertaining are these little faces! SO curious! So sad about the sibling but life in the wild is not an easy life. So glad these two are hanging out in there. Your images are well done,especially knowing the difficulties you were facing.

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Jul 25, 2017 20:47:32   #
Sirius_one Loc: S.F. Bay Area
 
A very nice set; I just love those cute faces. How sad that their little brother had to be euthanized.

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Jul 26, 2017 01:04:21   #
tbell7D Loc: Houston
 
An excellent set Vicki. I love those expressive little faces.

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Jul 26, 2017 02:46:59   #
fosgood11 Loc: oil city, La.
 
vicksart wrote:
I posted a photo of the sibling of these two a couple of weeks ago. It was injured and went off to a wildlife rehab place. I just learned that its wing was broken in a couple of places and it was subsequently euthanized.

The future looks brighter for these two who have fledged and are now roosting at the opposite end of the covered arena where they've been growing up and learning to fly. Soon they'll be gone, but I had a chance to get some shots before that happens. The shots are not great given the challenges of low light and lack of a real tripod. I supported the 100-600 Tamron and Canon 7D combo on a metal gate at a distance of about 60 feet. If these birds are still there tomorrow, I'll have the tripod with me and hopefully get better detail.

Note: For size reference, the roof support is probably a 2x12.
I posted a photo of the sibling of these two a cou... (show quote)



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Jul 26, 2017 05:33:35   #
jayway55 Loc: Philadelphia Area - USA
 
Great shots, Vicki! I love their cute little faces and expressions. Thanks for the background info. Hope they have long, happy lives.
Jane

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Jul 26, 2017 05:49:49   #
roxiemarty Loc: Florida
 
Wow, those are so darn cute! Love the owls, I would be going back every day. Sorry to hear about the other one. Thanks for sharing these.

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Jul 26, 2017 05:53:48   #
DOOK Loc: Maclean, Australia
 
I think you did well with these, Vicki. If I had this opportunity, I think I would try a little fill flash, just to brighten them up a tad. Good results, anyway.

Earl.

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