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  Suzanne McGeady said (26 Jan 2011):

  Such a wise bird. Can he fly Judy? Maybe he can for it looks like he's on a branch. The striking colours on his feathers are soft, and his eyes so deep blue. Never knew owls eyes were blue, always thought they were brown. No, I've come to the conclusion that it's the reflection of the sky in his eyes that has turned them blue, after deeper thought. Maybe....maybe not. :)

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  Donald Garrett   gave props (26 Jan 2011):

  So sad about the wing; so beautiful the portrait of him!!

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  Judy and Wayne Wanamaker said (26 Jan 2011):

  Thanks for the great comments, Sue and Don. The sky is reflecting in his eyes, giving them a blue cast. His wing is permanently disabled, so he can't fly. He climbs the post. I have photographed him several different times in this same place. I just love him, because he always looks straight at me with those big round eyes.

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  Michael Ball   gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  Really makes me miss the owls. Poor guy! At least he is being taken care of. Wonderful shot and entry Judy!

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  Richard Knight gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  I saw this handsome little guy. Thanks for the memory.

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  Saroj Swain said (27 Jan 2011):

  In southern India, the cries of an Owl were interpreted by number: One hoot was an omen of impending death; two meant success in anything that would be started soon after; three represented a woman being married into the family; four indicated a disturbance; five denoted coming travel; six meant guests were on the way; seven was a sign of mental distress; eight foretold sudden death; and nine symbolized good fortune.
  Incredible shot!!!!

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  Dunja Kolar gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  great photo!!

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  Regenia Brabham gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  That poor beautiful owl!!! Great capture of him Judy.

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  Susan Littlefield   gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  A beautiful capture and perfect theme entry. I learned something from Saroj....very interesting!!

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  JanElle   gave props (27 Jan 2011):

  Such a beautiful fellow, this is an awesome capture!

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  Winky Vivas (Deleted) said (28 Jan 2011):

  An outstanding image! Wonderful composition and light. I love these critters...

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  Maura Wolfson-Foster gave props (28 Jan 2011):

  Poor thing.....you have telepathic communication skills m'dear - excellent image, as always ~ !!!

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  Deborah Downes   gave props (28 Jan 2011):

  I so love owls and you sure captured this one beautifully, Judy. Such beautiful feathers, Love his expression.

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  Andrew Lorimer (Deleted) gave props (30 Jan 2011):

  Absolutely Beautiful Capture of this amazing Owl :) !!!

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  Andrea Petersen gave props (30 Jan 2011):

  Such a beautiful creature and entry ...I am glad he is getting good treatment for his broken wing.

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  elfriede fulda gave props (30 Jan 2011):

  It is a beautiful image of this poor owl,,

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  John Linton gave props (30 Jan 2011):

  S U P E R B E n t r y !

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  Litz Go gave props (30 Jan 2011):

  who, who, who, who....wonderful theme entry.

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  Betty Maxey   gave props (1 Feb 2011):

  Such a beautiful shot Judy !!! So glad he is being taken care of!!

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  JamesHarmon McQuilkin   gave props (2 Feb 2011):

  evokes so much, and the framing is very creative and effective

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  Linda Houghton   gave props (2 Feb 2011):

  Beautiful Shot!!!!

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  eithne mythen gave props (7 Feb 2011):

  A magnificent capture....

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  Robin Perkins   gave props (10 Feb 2011):

  great shot!!

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  je suis moi   gave props (22 May 2011):

  Is the bird in a rehab place? I hope??