A pair of Barred Owls frequents the pond near this stand of bamboo looking for food. This owl had just had an unsuccessful attempt to catch a noisy bullfrog.
The bullfrog stopped his song but the owl flew away with nothing in his talons. The owl chose a spot with a good view of the pond to watch and listen for his next opportunity.
Native bamboo was grown on the plantations in South Carolina to create natural barriers to help keep livestock in and keep predators out. Today it makes a beautiful addition to some of the area gardens and museum properties.
Beautiful photo!
Thanks!
Oh, stunning photo! I want nothing more than to see an owl in the wild! So gorgeous!
Thanks, Laura! It is a real thrill and they are so beautiful.
Both shots are fabulous Ellen! The close-up shows his beauty, and I’m in love with the bamboo angles in the second photo, quite unique!
Thanks, Donna, so glad that you liked them. That bamboo is quite amazing, it was fun to get a shot with the owl posing on it.
Striking shots of the owl against the green background of the grove!