knows a good thing and can be reliably found on its perch above the birdbath nearly every morning. I absolutely love these magnificent creatures so I won’t apologize for posting too many photos.
Yet another image of a Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus). (Click on image to enlarge.)
Caught napping after my morning ride. I’ve been calling this one Chappie, because of the asymmetry of its hornlike tuft feathers.
Both my buddies, later in the afternoon. Their plumage is perfect camouflage against the bark of the ponderosa pines.