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Two similar birds (Florida) :)

Two very different birds (Florida)

Wood Stork capturing a snake

Young Great Horned Owls branched in their first couple of days after leaving the nest.

After diving into the water at high speed and grabbing a fish, the Osprey then has to yank a heavy fish out of the water while completely soaked with water. These birds are strong. (Colorado)

I felt sort of sorry for this Great Egret nestling since it was an "only child". Of course, that meant plenty of food and attention, so maybe not so bad. :) (Orlando Wetlands)

Glossy Ibis from Orlando Wetlands

Osprey this morning

Turkey Vulture

Sunrise

Lifer. Barred Owl and offspring at Orlando Wetlands.

HAPPY EARTH DAY!

This young owl had just started branching, and fell from a tree this morning. It was unhurt, and was walking around, likely trying to find a good place to climb back up into another tree where it would be much safer. I kept my distance, and Mom and Dad were keeping a close watch. I lost track of...

It was really dark when I took this shot, only a bit of orange light coming over the horizon. This is one of three young owls who have left this nest and are "branching" , still getting food and protection from the parents but a step closer to adulthood.

At another nest one of the youngsters has gotten brave enough to stand on the edge of the nest.