Cracking stuff Keith! So pleased you finally got some shots & footage of the Shorties mate! I'm fairly certain of both of the locations (definitely the second one), and so far I have only had very distant views of the shorties - but excellent views of the barnies. Beggars can't be choosers eh? Great stuff mate. Keep on keeping on. Best, Nick
Thanks Nick. Yes was a good end to the day and I am sure you do know the locations. The Shorties are good every year but this was the first time in flight for me. Always good whatever turns up. Cheers Keith
Awesome Keith, what a top location with some great images! SEO and Barney, Kites, Kessys and Egrets... What more do you need in life, lol.. Think I might have to pop up and see you😂. Seriously what a great session and pays to move around. Nice work mate. Cheers R
Hey KG. The short eared owl is a really beautiful bird. Congrats for finding it. The pictures are really fine. The shots of the other species were great as well. Well done. Greets Stefan
At the location you filmed these shots me and a colleague visited here last year when we heard of the first sightings of the short Eared owl and we were very lucky to get some amazing shots and a parking space. Your new lens is proving its worth. Amazing captures 👍
Thanks Kim. Yes both can be great locations especially when not so busy. I picked a week day hoping it would be quieter. Yes loving the 100-500, definitely worth the money.
Well that was well worth sticking around for. Lovely shots of the Shorties Keith 😍😍 I’m with you, definitely don’t like too many people about. Never quite the same. But it’s always worth sticking it out to see what happens. Really enjoyed this one - would love to photograph a Short Eared Owl. And then a Barn Owl bonus at the end. Great stuff!! Hope you’re having a good weekend mate
Thanks Dave, love it when a plan finally comes together. They are amazing birds to photograph and so graceful as they hunt. Weekend is good thanks hope the same for you.
Hi Keith that turned out well in the end didn't it I'm so glad you found and got some great images of the short Eared Owl and Barney to, the Kestrel was a nice bonus. Its going to be months before I get out as just had surgery with a 6 to 8 week recovery then a second surgery as soon as I get over the first one with onother 4 to 6 week recovery so I'm probably looking at late May early June but at least I will have good old you tube to keep me entertained. Until next time take care and stay safe my friend.
Hi Keith,
Some nice photos,
Well done getting some of the Short Eared,
Persistence paid off eventually...🙂👍🏻
Thanks Eddie, yes worth the wait.
👍Wow what a day Keith awesome SEO footage and a Barn Owl
Thanks Mark, pleased to finally nail the SEO after a couple of years trying.
Good morning friend how are you. you brought us another great video full of adventure. That owl is something incredible. thanks for sharing. big hug
Many thanks appreciate your kind comment.
Cracking stuff Keith! So pleased you finally got some shots & footage of the Shorties mate! I'm fairly certain of both of the locations (definitely the second one), and so far I have only had very distant views of the shorties - but excellent views of the barnies.
Beggars can't be choosers eh?
Great stuff mate.
Keep on keeping on.
Best,
Nick
Thanks Nick. Yes was a good end to the day and I am sure you do know the locations. The Shorties are good every year but this was the first time in flight for me. Always good whatever turns up. Cheers Keith
Really enjoyed that and some great shots
Thanks David
lovely video Keith! Beautiful light and atmosphere. Enjoyed watching. All the best mate 👊🏻
Thanks mate appreciated. Cracking birds to watch. Cheers Keith
Nice video Keith keep them coming
Thanks Tony
Great pictures and video Keith. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Martin much appreciated.
Awesome Keith, what a top location with some great images! SEO and Barney, Kites, Kessys and Egrets... What more do you need in life, lol.. Think I might have to pop up and see you😂. Seriously what a great session and pays to move around. Nice work mate. Cheers R
Thanks mate. It is a great location every winter. The cranes are great to see also but don't often come in close. Cheers Keith
Very cool! I've been wanting to find a Short-Eared Owl for years now but still no luck :) great stuff and amazing moments!!
Thanks Jeremy. Fantastic birds to watch hunting and they tend to return to the same area every winter. Cheers Keith.
Fantastic, thank you Keith. All the best. 👍📷😎
Thanks Rob, glad you enjoyed it. Cheers Keith
Hey KG. The short eared owl is a really beautiful bird. Congrats for finding it. The pictures are really fine. The shots of the other species were great as well. Well done. Greets Stefan
Thanks Stefan, really appreciate the comment and agree it is an amazing bird. Cheers Keith
Hello Keith,thanks for taking us with you on this day and enjoyed watching it.Great images and wonderful to see!! Greetings Gijs
Thanks Gijs glad you enjoyed and thanks for watching. Cheers Keith
Great shots Keith! wow, what a day , seeing the barn owl also, what a bonus. Great footage.
Thanks Kev, stunning birds to watch hunting and as you say always love a Barn Owl. Cheers Keith
Once again, a great video! Anytime I get photos or video of kestrels is a successful trip. The photos and video of the owls are fantastic!
Thanks Ronald. The light wasn't great for the Kestrel but still great to watch hunting.
At the location you filmed these shots me and a colleague visited here last year when we heard of the first sightings of the short Eared owl and we were very lucky to get some amazing shots and a parking space. Your new lens is proving its worth. Amazing captures 👍
Thanks Kim. Yes both can be great locations especially when not so busy. I picked a week day hoping it would be quieter. Yes loving the 100-500, definitely worth the money.
Well that was well worth sticking around for. Lovely shots of the Shorties Keith 😍😍
I’m with you, definitely don’t like too many people about. Never quite the same.
But it’s always worth sticking it out to see what happens.
Really enjoyed this one - would love to photograph a Short Eared Owl.
And then a Barn Owl bonus at the end. Great stuff!!
Hope you’re having a good weekend mate
Thanks Dave, love it when a plan finally comes together. They are amazing birds to photograph and so graceful as they hunt. Weekend is good thanks hope the same for you.
Hi Keith that turned out well in the end didn't it I'm so glad you found and got some great images of the short Eared Owl and Barney to, the Kestrel was a nice bonus. Its going to be months before I get out as just had surgery with a 6 to 8 week recovery then a second surgery as soon as I get over the first one with onother 4 to 6 week recovery so I'm probably looking at late May early June but at least I will have good old you tube to keep me entertained. Until next time take care and stay safe my friend.
Thanks Clive, got there in the end. Hope the recovery goes well and you are back out and about soon. Take care, cheers Keith
hi, where did you see this mud owl, I mean the town?very nice shots, congratulations
Thanks. Sorry sometimes I do not reveal locations to protect the wildlife.
Well done getting the SEO shots mate. Persistence pays off. All the best, Steve.
Thanks mate. I still have one of yours to watch on the same subject but been busy with work.
Stunning work! Well done 📸
Thanks a lot!
Were the shots of the SEOwl handheld or on a tripod.
On a tripod.
Lovely!
Thanks
You're welcome