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Snowy owls are fascinating and majestic birds found in the cold, northern parts of the world, including Lapland. It is a vast, sparsely populated area with vast tundra, boreal forests and snowy landscapes, ideal for snowy owls. Snowy owls prefer open, inhospitable areas such as tundra and open fields. In winter they sometimes migrate to more southerly areas, depending on the availability of food. Snowy owls are large, white owls with distinctive yellow eyes and black markings on their feathers, which help them provide camouflage in the snowy environment. They mainly hunt small mammals such as lemmings, which make up a large part of their diet. They are diurnal, which is unusual for owls, and they use their keen eyesight to track prey. The breeding season begins in May or June, depending on food availability. An abundance of lemmings can lead to larger broods. Snowy owls make their nests on the ground, often on elevated spots such as hills or rocks, so they have a good view of their surroundings. A female can lay as many as 11 eggs, which she incubates for about a month. The males hunt and bring food to the nest during this period. Snowy owls have a thick layer of down under their outer layer of feathers to keep them warm in the frigid temperatures. They are able to survive long periods without food by adapting their efficient metabolism and hunting techniques to the seasonal availability of prey. Although snowy owls are not generally considered endangered, they are sensitive to changes in their habitat, such as climate change and declining prey populations.

 

In Lapland and other northern regions, there are efforts to protect the natural habitats of snowy owls and monitor their populations. In many indigenous cultures of the Arctic, snowy owls have special meaning. They are often seen as symbols of wisdom, protection and connection with nature. Snowy owls in Lapland are a beautiful and iconic part of the local wildlife, and their presence in this harsh, cold environment is a testament to their adaptability and resilience.

 

Sneeuwuilen zijn fascinerende en majestueuze vogels die te vinden zijn in de koude, noordelijke delen van de wereld, waaronder Lapland. Het is een uitgestrekt, dunbevolkt gebied met uitgestrekte toendra's, boreale bossen en besneeuwde landschappen, ideaal voor sneeuwuilen. Sneeuwuilen verkiezen open, onherbergzame gebieden zoals toendra's en open velden. In de winter migreren ze soms naar zuidelijkere gebieden, afhankelijk van de beschikbaarheid van voedsel. Sneeuwuilen zijn grote, witte uilen met opvallende gele ogen en zwarte markeringen op hun veren, die hen helpen camouflage te bieden in de besneeuwde omgeving. Ze jagen voornamelijk op kleine zoogdieren zoals lemmingen, die een groot deel van hun dieet uitmaken. Ze zijn dagactief, wat ongebruikelijk is voor uilen, en ze gebruiken hun scherpe gezichtsvermogen om prooi op te sporen. Het broedseizoen begint in mei of juni, afhankelijk van de beschikbaarheid van voedsel. Een overvloed aan lemmingen kan leiden tot grotere broedsels. Sneeuwuilen maken hun nesten op de grond, vaak op verhoogde plekken zoals heuvels of rotsen, zodat ze een goed uitzicht hebben op hun omgeving. Een vrouwtje maar liefst kan tot 11 eieren leggen, die ze ongeveer een maand uitbroedt. De mannetjes jagen en brengen voedsel naar het nest tijdens deze periode. Sneeuwuilen hebben een dikke laag dons onder hun buitenste verenlaag om hen warm te houden in de ijzige temperaturen. Ze zijn in staat om lange perioden zonder voedsel te overleven door hun efficiënte metabolisme en jachttechnieken aan te passen aan de seizoensgebonden beschikbaarheid van prooi. Hoewel sneeuwuilen over het algemeen niet als bedreigd worden beschouwd, zijn ze gevoelig voor veranderingen in hun leefomgeving, zoals klimaatverandering en afnemende prooidierenpopulaties. In Lapland en andere noordelijke regio's zijn er inspanningen om de natuurlijke habitats van sneeuwuilen te beschermen en hun populaties te monitoren. In veel inheemse culturen van het Noordpoolgebied hebben sneeuwuilen een speciale betekenis. Ze worden vaak gezien als symbolen van wijsheid, bescherming en verbondenheid met de natuur. Sneeuwuilen in Lapland zijn een prachtig en iconisch onderdeel van de lokale fauna, en hun aanwezigheid in deze ruige, koude omgeving is een getuigenis van hun aanpassingsvermogen en veerkracht.

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✨ "Gliding through the last light of the day—nature’s poetry in motion. 🌙 Witnessing a barn owl in flight against this Martha’s Vineyard sunset was pure magic. ✨ #TwilightHunter"

 

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Silent wings against a golden sky!

 

I've seen the Katama barn owl a few times recently, and last night I was able to get some decent photos of him. He flew right at me, about 10' above my head! I wasn't ready for the shot and it came out blurry - but he stayed around, hunting for his evening snack.

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#katama #BarnOwl #SunsetMagic #MarthasVineyard #OwlWatching #GoldenHourGlow #WildlifePhotography #NatureLovers #SilentHunter #BirdsInFlight #OwlsOfInstagram #RaptorLife #EveningWonders #ExploreTheWild #WingsOfTheNight

Silent wings against a golden sky!

 

I've seen the Katama barn owl a few times recently, and last night I was able to get some decent photos of him. He flew right at me, about 10' above my head! I wasn't ready for the shot and it came out blurry - but he stayed around, hunting for his evening snack.

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#katama #BarnOwl #SunsetMagic #MarthasVineyard #OwlWatching #GoldenHourGlow #WildlifePhotography #NatureLovers #SilentHunter #BirdsInFlight #OwlsOfInstagram #RaptorLife #EveningWonders #ExploreTheWild #WingsOfTheNight

Desert Rivers Audubon Conservation Director Mike Evans (l) and OwlWatch Volunteer Coordinator Stacy Burleigh (r) talks with Gilbert Parks Zanjero Park employee about long-term monitoring of the site.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Alicia/Horning Cut Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

Stacy Burleigh, OwlWatch volunteer coordinator, talks about the ongoing citizen scientist habitat project.

OwlWatch volunteers watch the burrows and owl behavior as the release enclose is removed.

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers are divided between morning a evening teams.

Stacy Burleigh, center, OwlWatch volunteer coordinator, points out some likely spots to see burrowing owls.

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers with Desert Rivers Audubon aid Stacy Burleigh (left) with own census & observations at Zanjero Park, Gilbert, weekly.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Pitcairnia/Sloan Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

OwlWatch volunteers observe burrow conditions and clear brush obstructing entrances.

Owlwatch volunteers carefully document their weekly observations of burrowing owl activity at Zanjero Park, Gilbert.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Horning Cut/Fry Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

Desert Rivers Audubon Conservation Director Mike Evans (l) and OwlWatch Volunteer Coordinator Stacy Burleigh (r) talks with Gilbert Parks Zanjero Park employee about long-term monitoring of the site.

Stacy Burleigh, coordinator of our citizen science OwlWatch program, models our new t-shirt featuring burrowing owls.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Horning Cut/Fry Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

OwlWatch volunteers review the previous log to conpare owl status.

Owlwatch volunteers carefully document their weekly observations of burrowing owl activity at Zanjero Park, Gilbert.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 -Fry/Bishop Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers with Desert Rivers Audubon aid Stacy Burleigh (left) with own census & observations at Zanjero Park, Gilbert, weekly.

OwlWatch volunteers watch the burrows and owl behavior as the release enclose is removed.

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers are divided between morning a evening teams.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Horning Cut/Fry Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

Snowy Owl in Gratiot Co. Michigan - (Lincoln & Wisner Roads) - 3/10/2015

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers are divided between morning a evening teams.

Snowy Owl 12/14/2014 - Horning Cut/Fry Rd.'s - Saginaw Co., MI

OwlWatch citizen scientist volunteers are divided between morning a evening teams.

OwlWatch volunteers observe burrow conditions and clear brush obstructing entrances.

OwlWatch volunteers review the previous log to conpare owl status.

Snowy Owl south of Breckenridge, MI 12/5/2015

Caught this beautiful barn owl pausing on a fence post at dusk. Moments like this remind me why I love being out with the camera.

OwlWatch Brooklyn, NY Clinton Hill.

Snowy Owl - 2/16/2016

Snowy Owl - 2/16/2016

A graceful Barn Owl (Tyto alba) captured in its natural elegance, known for its heart-shaped face, silent flight, and incredible nocturnal hunting skills.

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