The story of the fish owl, a photo from Rakhine, South

Photographer's Note

This young owl had been injured and caught by the villagers. It was destined for the cooking pot, until someone from our guesthouse rescued the owl. He was looking after him feeding him prime fish and prawns from the kitchen and waiting for his wing feathers to grow back. By the time we left the guesthouse the owl was having flight trainings on the beach every day.

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Silvio1953 (205793) 2020-04-14 7:00

Ciao Elaine, great capture of fantastic owl, splendid sharpness, wonderful natural colors and fine details, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

Gerrit (59968) 2020-04-14 7:53

Wonderful story, Elaine.
You could photograph him pin sharp, excellent.
I once raised a magpie that I found underneath a parked car in the center of Amsterdam.
Thanks and regards,
Gerrit

PaulVDV (54875) 2020-04-14 9:32

Hello Elaine,
I've always found owls very beautiful birds.
It may be because their eyes are both in the front of their heads. On the other hand, they also have a beautiful feather coat.
I like the yellow rings around its big black eyes.
Best regards, Paul

jean113 (22069) 2020-04-14 10:10

Hello Elaine, a good story with hopefully a good outcome.
You were lucky to be able to get so close to this beautiful bird.
The details are super sharp. Those eyes are amazing.
Thanks for sharing, regards Jean.

COSTANTINO (104209) 2020-04-14 10:51

Hello dear friend and have a nice time
and a happy new day
excellent capture perfectly executed
with the young owl which had
been injured and caught by
the villagers...
wonderful natural colors
and fine details
welldone
regards
Costantino

Royaldevon (75468) 2020-04-14 12:13

Hello Elaine,

This fish eagle had a lucky escape.
I could not imagine it being consumed, so your notes tell a story with a happy ending.

The bird is wonderfully sharp and detailed, especially the huge eyes, which carry so much intensity and character.
You show a fine example of shallow dof.

Keep safe,
Bev 😊

lousat (130007) 2020-04-14 16:24

Hi Elaine, i never thought that owl meat were good to eat. Fortunately the story of this one has a good end as i can read in your note. Beautiful capture,the brightness of eyes is amazing! Have a nice day and thanks,Luciano

jimmyjimmy (5398) 2020-04-14 20:21

Hello Elaine

I can see the tether on his leg. Great capture of the eyes on this bird of prey. Hopefully he will be on his own soon. Nice capture.

Jimmy

jemaflor (135464) 2020-04-14 23:44

Hi Elaine,
Well photographed, impressive look, perfect sharpness, well done, tfs.

Tue (82280) 2020-04-15 1:37

Hallo Elaine,
Wow, wat een prachtige uil, zo'n majestueus beest met een heel mooi verenkleed en grote zwarte, geelomrande ogen. Heel indrukwekkend om de uil van zo dichtbij te zien.
Lars

jhm (203057) 2020-04-15 10:16

Dag Elaine,

Zijn ogen zien er wel gezond uit.
Vroeger waren we ook geleerd dergelijke vogels passen niet in onze vogel cultuur
Maar nu weet ik ook veel beter en zou alle vogels redden waar ik kan
Mijn tuin is een openbare toegang voor vele soorten
Heel mooie foto, bedankt.

Hou het veilig in deze bange dagen,
John

emka (152274) 2020-04-15 23:55

Hello Elaine, What an interesting story. This young owl was lucky that the good people saved it. Magnificent view of the beautiful bird. What eyes!
Stay safe

MAlgo

alvaraalto (42314) 2020-04-17 13:02

Hello Elaine,
Who would want to put this owl in the cooking pot if he looks at you so intently.
It must be fascinating to see such a beast recover and make its first flying exercises.
A wonderful opportunity for some special photos
Excellent work.
Be careful and stay safe, Rob

Nicou (193806) 2020-04-17 20:46

Hello

fantastique vue de cet oiseau sur ce sable quel regard quel yeux ronds et image avec ce jaune sur le rond des yeux superbe
Belle journée
Nicou

ikeharel (105933) 2020-04-20 0:37

Hello Elaine,
Beautiful owl and perfectly taken picture. It was posing and looking directly to you.
I never had the chance seeing one owl alive or flying, though we have owls in Israel, mostly in the plains up north or a diff. specie in the Negev desert.
Have a nice new week, stay well,
Ike