Marion Mather, Boobook Owl (NATURE WILDERNESS 2024)

How lucky was I to have the chance to photograph this Boobook Owl at close range. Her crystal-clear piercing eyes, sharp beak and talons and soft fluffy feathers are in such contrast with each other.

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