My Favourite - The Black-banded Owl (Ecuador)

[Glenn Bartley]

During my recent month in Ecuador leading trips I twice had the opportunity to spend some time with this beautiful species - the Black-banded Owl. During the evenings they would come around the lodge we were at and search for moths and other insects near the lights. What a treat to hear their unique call and watch them hunting. Memories I will not soon forget.

He's a beauty isn't he???



Camera Model: Canon EOS 7D
Shutter speed: 1/60 sec
Aperture: 8
Exposure mode: Manual
Flash: On
ISO: 800
Focal length: 500mm f/4

[jalcocer]

great shot, this owl looks amazing

[Eric Myrvaagnes]

He sure is a beauty.

[sdwilsonsct]

Every time I open Glenn's posts I either gasp with astonishment or chortle with pleasure.
Scott, chortling

[stpf8]

That's a beautiful bird and a great avian portrait.  The flash made a great and positive difference.  If you were ever inclined to tone down the brightness of the branch, I think that would be the finishing touch on the overall aesthetics.