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.

Monday, November 1, 2010

June 25, 2010

         Last evening, the stroll in the redwoods revealed only Opal, Oscar and Othello, two in one tree and one in the tree next to it.  We're pretty sure the parents were watching us from an exceptionally good hiding spot, but we never saw either of them.  Ivan snapped these photos a little after 8PM.  Opal is the solo subject, Oscar & Othello the duo.  Really, though, we have no idea who is who!  (BTW, we're not sure what's going on with Oscar and Othello's noses, but they look a bit raw.  Hope there's nothing wrong.)
Opal
Oscar & Othello

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