Powerful Owl + Chick biting

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Thu, 14/11/2013 - 11:57

choosypix

Just an update for those who might be interested...

We have been watching at the first site two or three times per week.

The chick is usually with the adult we presume is the mother. The father sometimes goes missing for a few days but is presently there.

These first photos show the mother and chick preening each other. Sometimes the chick pushes its luck and starts pulling the mother's feathers out which seems to annoy the mother immensely.

Next there are photos of the mother and father preening each other (almost seems romantic).

The chick seems bored watching and once again starts pulling out the mother's feathers.

Both of the parents get very irritated by this and give it the 'death stare'.

Kind of reminds me of bored kids at our home.

Finally a couple of photos of the father flying off.

Cheers,

Antonia

Thu, 14/11/2013 - 19:38

dwatsonbb

Wow, thanks for the update, these really are special moments and special photos, thanks again.

Dale Huonville, Tasmania

Fri, 15/11/2013 - 00:19

shoop

Just wonderful, your journey with these owls have been very enjoyable to see, thanks for sharing.

I was lucky to have a Boobook Owl in my backyard today, I will have to post some photos.

Kerry - Perth, Western Australia.

Fri, 15/11/2013 - 09:27

choosypix

Hi dwatsonbb and shoop,

Many thanks for your comments. We are looking forward to when the chicks catch their own meals.

Hopefully we can get some reasonable photos (!)

Fri, 15/11/2013 - 09:34

Annie W

Sensational shots! I think the chick got the "behave, or go to your room" look, before mum & dad resumed their mutual grooming . So sweet, I know it serves a purpose more than anything, but the grooming does look very loving doesn't it? Please do keep posting, I"m one of many (I'm sure) who really look forward to your posts and updates - special times.