We just received these wonderful photo's of a resident Great Horned Owl living on the lake with us.At this time of the year we have these small holes or should I say caves which often times become our fine feathered friends vacation rentals.
Upon viewing of these photo's it appears they were shot a bit of distance away, most likely from a boat. If you notice the owl's ears are alert, just like a dog or cat, if her ears were down she would be displaying being irritated. This owl's ears are upright and even though her eyes are closed she knows she is being watched and not missing a beat or should I say boat.
Her body language is telling me she most likely is nesting because in January it is not uncommon that the Great Horned Owl lays two to three eggs. In 28 days they shall hatch and in 35 days the youngsters will fledge.
Ahh to many of us this is the best time of year. It's quiet at the lake and nature is doing it's thing. The lake is calm and the water appears like glass. For all the nature lovers out there this is the idea time to come and spend at the lake. Maybe it is not as fun in the summer sun for water sports but those who love the beauty and quietness sneak up here when no one else is around and take advantage of the peace it has to offer.
Soon the wildflowers will be coming another event for nature lovers.
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