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Gareth says, "This image was taken in Droitwich, Worcestershire, UK
This was my first experience with Little Owls. This male was actively hunting throughout the day, often going to the fence for a short while after leaving the tree. He was never still for long, so I took advantage of times when he was to get some portrait shots.
I was fascinated by his eye that appeared damaged, I think it gives him much more character and personality, so I liked the shots I got with him looking directly at the lens.
Camera - Canon R5 mkii
Lens - EF500mm f/4L IS USM
1/1000s
ISO 400
F6.3
Digital Camera says: What a stunning capture of this little owl, with its piercing yellow eyes, and speckled features. A great capture, with super eye contact, of this owl perched on a details wooden post.