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p.1 #1 · Northern Pygmy Owl

I thought that maybe you might be interested in seeing a photo of A Northern Pigmy Owl that I shot photos of just after he made the kill on a Deer Mouse. For those who have not seen a NPO, a pop can makes the NPO look big. The mouse gives you the idea as to the size of this tiny owl.
Jerry

Edited by Stormchaser on Feb 26, 2008 at 06:48 AM GMT (Reason: smaller image)

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Feb 26, 2008 at 01:02 AM

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p.1 #2 · Northern Pygmy Owl

That is one outstanding photograph Jerry. I guess at first I did not realize just how little this owl is. A very neat BG here that looks like rays shining out, neat how the eyes are back in the shadow a bit. The poor little mouse steels some attention from this owl but the picture tells the story, what a shot my friend!

Karl

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:33 AM

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p.1 #3 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Thanks for sharing this, I'm hoping to be able to find one of these little guys soon. Did you hear it first or see it first?

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:35 AM

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p.1 #4 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Nice sized meal for the owl. Nice photo with good detail and color but posted pretty big.
Steve

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:38 AM

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p.1 #5 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Thanks Carl, Most people do not realize just how small the NPO really is. I live in Calgary, AB and was in Banff one day when a NPO took a House Sparrow in flight. It was awesome to witness, needless to say they strike terror in the hearts of House Sparrows.
Jerry

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:38 AM

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p.1 #6 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Hi Steve, I realized that as soon as I saw the photo. I just came on the FM Forums and was not aware how big it would upload. I've got it under control.
Jerry

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:40 AM

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p.1 #7 · Northern Pygmy Owl

I had scouted the area ahead of time and was aware there was a NPO within his territory. I set up near a thicket where I suspected he was hanging out and called him in. I found myself looking at him in short order.

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:45 AM

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p.1 #8 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Wow! What lens and setting? That is an amazing photo.

Thanks for sharing...Tom R

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:51 AM

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p.1 #9 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Thanks Tom, For this photo the shooting details are:
Canon 500mm f/4 L IS lens with EOS 40D - ISO 400 - Spot metering - minus 1/3 stop - 1/1500 sec @ f8 set for histogram check. Tripod is Gitzo 3530LSV and Black Widow Gimbel head.

Feb 26, 2008 at 01:58 AM

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p.1 #10 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Very neat shot. I'm thinking you could make this stronger in PS - get rid of the pinks, use shadows and highlights to make the owl pop.. But still, a great start for a remarkable image!
Susan

Feb 26, 2008 at 03:25 AM

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p.1 #11 · Northern Pygmy Owl

This is a fantastic shot, Jerry. Behavior shots are often more interesting than portraits. This is really a wonderful capture.

Feb 26, 2008 at 03:32 AM

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p.1 #12 · Northern Pygmy Owl

This is an amazing image. I agree with Susan on her PP suggestions, and I would additionally suggest toning down the incredibly bright red on the mouse, which I think is a distraction from the owl. Thanks for sharing, this is a really nice picture.

Chris

Feb 26, 2008 at 03:45 AM

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p.1 #13 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Great capture Jerry!

Doug

Feb 26, 2008 at 04:15 AM

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p.1 #14 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Great shot Jerry,

sure gives us an idea how small the owl really is.

Congratulations...

Lil

Feb 26, 2008 at 07:45 AM

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p.1 #15 · Northern Pygmy Owl

What a great shot! Very intense little guy - super capture. Steve W

Feb 26, 2008 at 03:47 PM

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p.1 #16 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Fantastic shot Jerry!
Gene

Feb 28, 2008 at 02:05 AM

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p.1 #17 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Thanks Guy's

Feb 28, 2008 at 02:36 AM

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p.1 #18 · Northern Pygmy Owl

umm I love blood and guts

That's one heck of a nice capture of an amazing little owl
Super post

Feb 28, 2008 at 04:50 AM

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p.1 #19 · Northern Pygmy Owl

Beautiful Picture. I'm not sure what kind of mouse that is, but it's not a Deer Mouse. Deer Mice have very striking two tone tails. Either way, I love the shot.

Carraig

Feb 28, 2008 at 06:08 PM


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