Unexpected Afternoon Owls
I am terrible with people names–bird names are generally not a problem. However, if I’ve met someone at a bird festival in Texas and see in them in winter in Minnesota, I have a tough time remembering...
View ArticleGreat Horned Owl Nest In My Hood
I debated about whether or not to blog this, it’s an owl nest and some people can get their undies in a bunch when someone talks about them publicly. Some birds seem to attain a cult status and people...
View ArticleWhat’s An Uptown Owl Eating?
I mentioned earlier that there’s a great horned owl pair nesting near my apartment in the Uptown area of Minneapolis. I love that we have such a large bird that is able to hide really well in such an...
View ArticleUptown Great Horneds Still Around
The Crossley Birds and Beers was a blast. He was a fun interview and a blast after his talk–I think we closed the bar. If you would like to find out if Richard Crossley is coming to your town, check...
View ArticleRandom Owl Nest
The great horned near my apartment is still incubating–I got this photo on Friday. I think the chicks should have hatched this weekend, hope to see them soon. Copyright © March 28, 2011 by Sharon...
View ArticleHidden Owl
Here’s the male owl that’s nesting near my apartment. Look at how well those feathers blend with that bark. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, “How many owls do I walk under in a year and...
View ArticleOwl Chick, Finally!
As I was working my way around my neighborhood the other day on my bike, I made one final stop before heading home to check on the great horned owl net. I hoped that since it was so warm that the...
View ArticleCooper’s Hawk Attacks Owl Nest
Well, Friday morning turned out to be far more exciting than I anticipated! I had to work at the park service in the afternoon and evening and I was meeting a friend for a late breakfast. I thought...
View ArticleBaby Owls Branching Out
I’m in the midst of my busies month. If I’m not at the National Park Service engaged in ranger work, I’m on the road at a bird festival, birding the crap out of whatever state I’m in. It’s a horrific...
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