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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Lovely Lashes

It was my first time encountering and photographing a Barred Owl. It was tucked away in a tree, slightly obscured by branches, but the late evening sun still provided enough subtle rays of warm light to quickly capture a few photos. I was a little fixated on those feathery lashes which really stood out when it closed its eyes. Such an extraordinary bird and a very memorable experience.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Ottawa, Canada
Camera: NIKON D850
Copyright: © Sierra Slogar