Great Gray Owl

[Teton Chuck]

I am posting two shots because I think it is a beautiful animal. The one where the eye is blue is a photo of the nictitating membrane that adds extra protection to the eye. To find out more about its function Google it.

[Mike Buckley]

The posture of both shots is especially appealing; not the ordinary pose.

[Shadowman]

Nicely done.

[Ziggy]

Very nice.

Are these taken in the wild?

[Teton Chuck]

I'm glad you are enjoying them. This is a wild bird that lives in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA. I have seen this bird many times during the last two years, but this shoot is the first time that I have been able to get quality photos of it.

[Wandjina]

They are great photos, Chuck ... well done

[gregj1763]

Wonderful photo's Chuck you must have been pleased to finally grab some good images of him

[IzzieK]

It is impossible for this owl not to see or noticed you...how did you do it? How far were you from this bird? Or should I ask, how far was the bird from you? I like the pose of #2...are they dangerous?

[bnnrcn]

Very nice shots

[John 2]

Nice, very nice Chuck.

[Teton Chuck]

Thanks to all for the nice words. I was pleased to finally have the opportunity to get these photos Greg. I have been looking for an opportunity, but this time I was just out with nothing special in mind. This bird was just sitting there, so I took its picture. Izzie, the owl knew that I was there, but it didn't seem to care. I was about 15 meters away. They are not dangerous to humans, but if you are a small rodent you are in danger.

I have photographed numerous birds that are showing the nictitating membrane, but it has always be milky white. The light was just right to have this one show up as blue.

[AlwaysOnAuto]

I always enjoy your wildlife photos Chuck.
Thanks for sharing them with us.

[Teton Chuck]

Thank you Alan.

[ST1]

Well seen and captured Chuck, wonderful bird

[deetheturk]

Lovely captures Chuck, #2 looks like he's giving you the evil eye!