Unacceptable Rypstra
06 22 2021 Z19zzzz (WS) Not Spaghetti
Not the greatest quality shot as my gear doesn't do well in low lighting situations, but it is what it is...
It does match the new video I just published on YouTube, however. Barred Owl & Owlets Part II: Not Spaghetti! can be viewed at the following link if you desire: youtu.be/Y0fhPSGFeAI
Between Part I & Part II, the mother Barred Owl, Gracie, flew down to the dead Gray Squirrel and was quickly joined by one of her three owlets. She worked to tear open the carcass, after which time her owlet reached in and 'stole' some of the innards and flew a short distance away to eat them.
Like any young one, it had some difficulty in managing this long and nutrient rich morsel. Watch the struggle and success as this owlet manages on it's own.
Feel free to skip the video if nature in the raw unduly disturbs you.
Many thanks, Terry, for this wonderful opportunity to view and record this family at mealtime.
Please don't use this image on websites, blogs, etc. without my permission.
06 22 2021 Z19zzzz (WS) Not Spaghetti
Not the greatest quality shot as my gear doesn't do well in low lighting situations, but it is what it is...
It does match the new video I just published on YouTube, however. Barred Owl & Owlets Part II: Not Spaghetti! can be viewed at the following link if you desire: youtu.be/Y0fhPSGFeAI
Between Part I & Part II, the mother Barred Owl, Gracie, flew down to the dead Gray Squirrel and was quickly joined by one of her three owlets. She worked to tear open the carcass, after which time her owlet reached in and 'stole' some of the innards and flew a short distance away to eat them.
Like any young one, it had some difficulty in managing this long and nutrient rich morsel. Watch the struggle and success as this owlet manages on it's own.
Feel free to skip the video if nature in the raw unduly disturbs you.
Many thanks, Terry, for this wonderful opportunity to view and record this family at mealtime.
Please don't use this image on websites, blogs, etc. without my permission.