In 2008, we put up a Screech Owl nest box in our back yard. Last summer we were thrilled to realize that a pair of Western Screech Owls had indeed nested in our yard, but not in the box. They used the box, just not for eggs and young. This blog follows their life in our yard, and, sometimes, in their box. We named the female, Olive and her mate, Oliver. I hope you will enjoy reading the ongoing story of this charming family.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Aug. 18, 2010

       Ivan took this last night when we went to the redwoods to see if we could photo any of the owls.  We almost walked right smack into Othello who was sitting at about eye level watching us as we bumbled around.  I didn't see any of them and said they must have flown when Ivan spotted him about 5' away from us!  He sat quietly, watching, as Ivan took several photos.  'Smitten' pretty well sums up how I feel about this little guy!
Othello
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