See, now I saw a confident guy, kicked back in a smug pose, giving us the eye, somewhat like this stock image:
Hah, I always feel so silly taking pictures of signs, but that's why I do it!
I'm not great on Aussie Owl IDs, but my guesses would be the darker one as a Tasmanian Masked, and the light one as an Australian Masked or a common Barn Owl.
That Barking Owl jumped out right away though.
I really want to see these Australian and NZ owls in person, and I always feel I should post more of them.
Is that not mob justice?
Have we not seen the Russian funding of right wing networks and the seizing of disinformation websites this week?
Not everyone votes or can really give an informed vote.
If Trump wins, do we accept he's now unpunishable for his crimes? If the voting majority supported him, do the rest of us suffer his promised revenge on his critics?
This is why we have a legal system supposedly. We have people who are supposed to enforce laws impartially and in a timely manner. The right to a speedy and fair trial, for both the plaintiffs and defendants. Justice delayed is justice denied.
I don't want a bunch of biased legal know nothings determining justice. That's some warlord stuff.
Laws are also supposed to protect from the tyranny of the majority as well. It's also supposed to protect the powerless from overstepping authority, like a rogue president.
I'm no fan of lawyers, cops, or legislators, but I certainly don't want to live in a place with no law.
Unless you forget an /s, I feel this is a bad take.
Understood. I could have expressed that better.
If there's no sentence, was there a point to a trial?
This whole circus is held up on the fact the Supreme Court is entertaining the idea that any of the things he's charged with (or convicted of) can pass as him doing the job he was elected to do.
If he wins, this sentencing date will never come, and neither will any of the others. His acts will be officially sanctioned, and the only ones being sentenced will be us.
You're correct on all those points.
The take by the legal experts back while the trial was ongoing all said with no priors and it being nonviolent crime that none of them expected him to see prison.
But if we never get him convicted of any crimes, it won't matter very much.
I thought general consensus is he isn't realistically looking at jail time for this?
I don't ever expect him to actually be held accountable, sadly. I just want to see the justice system actually functioning in a way that protects this country as a whole. Trump did a ton of damage personally to this country, but to see the entire court system, the only thing we have to stave off change through less civil means, is a pure joke is the greater tragedy for me.
We could always theorize the laws and voting and our representatives would prevent something like this former presidency from ruining our country, but what have we seen but paper tigers?
Can you hear me, Major Scops?
Here I am, riding in a cat crate...
I was going to ask if this was in the southern hemisphere, but when I hit reply, my app showed your image text and I saw the second was indeed a masked owl.
Can't see enough of the third to know if that is some type of Masked Owl or a Barn Owl.
The first is labeled Burrowing Owl, but it looks like a Barking Owl, based on the vertical barring in the belly and the eyebrow line looks different.
And your images are at least as good as the ones I take. Any image of an owl is a superb image!
Of course. I knew that would be one of the first things everyone noticed, and it's a good opportunity to point out that feature of their anatomy.
Good example of their independent pupil dilation. You can see the eye in the sunbeam is less dilated.
Many comments of the original post took this as a sign of an injury, but this is actually a positive sign that all is likely working as it should. Since owl eyes are so large (the part inside their head is even bigger than how it looks from the outside!) they tend to get injured in an impact.
From Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
Sanford the Eastern Screech-Owl looks out at yet another afternoon rainstorm here in Maitland.
Eastern Screech-Owls are the smallest species of owl found in Florida, fully grown at about six inches long. Sanford is a red or rufous morph, but this species also comes in gray and brown. The complex patterns of bands, spots, and colors help Eastern Screech-Owls the target of larger predators like Great Horned Owls and house cats, so camouflage is important for them.
Eastern Screech-Owls rely on tree cavities for nesting and protection, so humans can help them by preserving trees and putting up nest boxes. blend in well with tree bark. These small owls are often
Photo by Kevin Eisler
GHO from Manitoba.
I always like these grey colorations as you get further up north. So pretty!
Photo by David Brickner
Photographing an eastern screech owl on an open perch is not something I get to do often. This was the female from the nest I photographed earlier this summer and she would select open perches low to the ground while hunting. While i was able to get a handful of really unique shots of her, this one was by far my favorite, especially with just enough ambient light remaining to illuminate her eyes in the dark.
Photo by Ryan Burg
This barred owlet was having the best time exploring new nooks and crannies. It really took to this particular cavity, and would disappear and then either pop back up through the main opening (where it is in this image), or peek out from that little hole towards the bottom left. Looked like fun!
From Raven Ridge Wildlife Center
This year has been remarkable for our efforts in admitting and caring for Barn Owls. Despite never having had any Barn Owls as patients, we've recently admitted four owls in the last few weeks. These majestic creatures were trapped in a silo and almost overlooked during the silage emptying process by a farmer. Each of them received a thorough examination and a sumptuous dinner to satisfy their large appetite. We collaborated with Dan Mummert, the PA Game Commission biologist for our area, to ensure the well- being of these magnificent birds. After being banded, they were successfully relocated to nest with other active and fledging owls, and they are currently being carefully monitored. These owls are thriving in their new safe environment, and are adapting well among fellow Barn Owls.
From Blackland Prairie Raptor Center
We currently have a great horned owl in our clinic that was found tangled in a soccer net-one of many we've treated this year. It's surprising how often this happens, which is why we strongly recommend taking down or collapsing soccer nets when not in use.
The owl in the photo arrived last week with some bruising and swelling on its wings, but thankfully, the injuries aren't serious. With fluids, rest, and care, we expect this owl to be flying free again soon. While this owl was lucky, soccer nets can cause serious injuries to muscles, tendons and bones.
Taking down soccer nets when they're not in use can help reduce these dangers and protect owls and other raptors that hunt in open fields. Let's work together to keep these magnificent birds safe!
From KCCI News
DES MOINES, Iowa — Six endangered Barn owlets, also known as ghost owls, were recently discovered in nesting boxes in Madison County.
"Primarily habitat loss and loss of nesting sites — they have become endangered," said Tanner Donovan, a natural resource specialist for Madison County who installed the nesting boxes two years ago after receiving a grant.
"So to have these birds on our property that we are managing and to be able to have them breed and reproduce offspring on our properties that we manage is really exciting," he said.
The owlets, which are white and do not hoot but instead hiss or shriek to communicate, were found in two wildlife locations managed by Madison County Conservation.
These birds prefer to roost in old tree cavities, but much of their habitat in Iowa has been cut down to make land available for farming.
Donovan expressed his excitement at seeing the owlets show up this summer and encouraged anyone interested to install a box on their property to help support these endangered owls.
Photo by Anindita Mukherji Vasudeva
In the soft, dim light of dawn, an Asian barred Owl sits quietly on its perch, seeking a moment of rest. But the morning is not as peaceful as it seems. Other birds, full of energy and mischief, flit around, their chatter breaking the silence. The Owl, ever watchful, tilts its head, eyes sharp and alert, tracking each movement, ready to defend itself if needed. Though weary, it remains vigilant, a guardian of the twilight, protecting its calm against the clamor of the day. Asian barred Owl. July 2024. Nikon Gear - at Rongtong Forest.
He is intense!