Despite the simple gray background this is one of my favorite shots of a Barn Owl in flight.
1/2000, f/8, ISO 400, 500 f/4, 1.4 tc
Getting a catch light in a Barn Owl in flight is no easy task due to their reluctance to fly in good light and their deeply set eyes. This is one of my few shots where the early morning sun was low enough and its angle on the bird’s eye was just right to provide not only light in the eye but a good strong catch light. The presence or absence of a catch light can make or break an image and I’m very glad I got one here.
Ron
Great one. What time of day do you get most of your stellar barn and short eared shots?
Mike, All of my Barn Owl in flight shots were taken in early morning and I’ve only been able to catch them out flying during daytime during very harsh winters. SEO’s are another story and seem to be quite active during daytime but my best luck with them has also been in early morning.
Thank you very much Elephant’s Child and Bob!
Excellent capture, Ron.
As always, thank you. Lots.
Really a great shot, the catch light really makes it, like you mentioned. My wife and I have been enjoying watching the Owls this year. Haven’t been over in a few weeks but I’d really like to see a barn owl out of it’s nest. Hopefully next time.