From Steve Wilke
Some encounters in nature are hard to put into words - and that was exactly how it was that day in the quarry. Between the rugged rock faces and the gentle rustling of the vegetation, I was fortunate enough to observe and photograph a mother eagle owl with her chicks.
In the midst of the quiet, almost mystical surroundings, she sat there - majestic, watchful, yet at once serene. Nearby, well-camouflaged yet curious, were her young offspring, cautiously exploring the world around them.
The atmosphere was indescribably beautiful - a rare and precious moment that touched me deeply. Such encounters are gifts from nature that teach humility and are long remembered.
Based on her expression I can imagine what must have been going on in her head at the time.
“[Sigh] Another human. Can you like… scurry along already, or whatever it is that you humans do. I’ve had enough of you as it is.”
Our respect and admiration for them does feel a bit one-sided at times… 😅
But in a way it’s just something that makes them feel like such special and unique creatures!
“You’re scaring the food with your smell”
Excellent pic, nice one!
Glad you like it! These guys are typically very majestic looking!
Beautiful.
Of course, when my face looks like that, I’m usually imagining the three stooges fighting.
“Spread out, ya knuckleheads!”
“woop! woop! woop!”
“Hey cutitout!”
🤣
