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This young GGO chick fledged a mere 24 hours before the following images were taken. The drop from the nest some 12-15 meters above ground must have been scary. The youngster attempted to climb trees to get up high. However, it was not yet strong enough. It's sibling unfortunately didn't make it through the first night.

Here is the little fluff ball on the ground:



The owl tried several trees. Here it is resting near some flowers:



It then decided this was the one to try:



Up we go, right?



Ugh, it's tough when you haven't developed the right muscles yet:



It was just too early and the little owl returned to the ground. The rain didn't help matters much.



Was amazing to watch the trials and tribulations of this little owl. Mom sat in a nearby tree waiting for dad to bring food. Did see one food exchange but it was within the branches of a fallen tree.

As always, thanks for having a look.

Henrik




Jul 05, 2022 at 04:38 PM
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Spectacular images, and the settings are perfect for the subject. Super job!


Jul 05, 2022 at 04:42 PM
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Henri k these are amazing. Love the owls

Dave




Jul 05, 2022 at 04:46 PM
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Love the subject, the setting and these awesome pics.

John



Jul 05, 2022 at 05:56 PM
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Henrik - Great set of images. Love the facial expressions you captured. Hope the chick makes it. Well done.

Greg



Jul 05, 2022 at 06:05 PM
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Very nice documentation - that last image says it all! I hope this one survives.

Gero



Jul 05, 2022 at 06:30 PM
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Hi Henrik,

This is a great set and a super story. Owls always look so strange when wet

Morris



Jul 05, 2022 at 06:59 PM
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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Excellent documentation and terrific shots. great work !
gary



Jul 05, 2022 at 07:19 PM
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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Images like this aren’t just chanced upon; it’s clear that you’ve put in a lot of time in the field in order to be prepared to capture these. Well done, sir!


Jul 05, 2022 at 07:58 PM
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Great set of images of these owl chicks. Is it normal for the chicks to fledge at this age—they look awfully young, just judging from their feathers?


Jul 05, 2022 at 08:09 PM
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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Fine set and interesting story. Hope mom can drag this inquisitive one back.


Jul 05, 2022 at 08:59 PM
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Great story and nice images my friend !

Ronny



Jul 05, 2022 at 11:10 PM
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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Big smile, delightful!


Jul 06, 2022 at 03:01 AM
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p.1 #14 · p.1 #14 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Wonderful set of images of this GGO owlet. I'm jealous of your opportunity to experience and capture the owlet's efforts.

Dave



Jul 06, 2022 at 06:57 AM
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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Excellent set, Henrick. The owlet looks pretty forlorn in the last one. Hypothermia must be an issue with these little ones.


Jul 06, 2022 at 07:11 AM
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Great set and well done

Chris S.



Jul 06, 2022 at 10:34 AM
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Wow that last one Henrik, those eyes are doing a lot of talking.
#2 is just the bomb
Is there an owl in #3?
Given the light and conditions you rendered these wonderfully. Let's hope the strong survive!
Excellent set my friend
Karl



Jul 06, 2022 at 10:49 AM
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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Terrific photos of an owl in some trouble. I hope predators are kept away until the fledgling can actually fly. That last shot is heart breaking.
We need daily updates!

Dave



Jul 06, 2022 at 01:03 PM
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p.1 #19 · p.1 #19 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


louie champan wrote:
Spectacular images, and the settings are perfect for the subject. Super job!


Many thanks Louie. Was quite the experience.

H



Jul 06, 2022 at 01:23 PM
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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · Great Grey Owl Chick - Tree Climbing Attempt


Dave_E wrote:
Henri k these are amazing. Love the owls

Dave



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johnohio wrote:
Love the subject, the setting and these awesome pics.

John


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G.E. Smith wrote:
Henrik - Great set of images. Love the facial expressions you captured. Hope the chick makes it. Well done.

Greg


Thank you gentlemen. The little fluff ball was certainly very tenacious.




Jul 06, 2022 at 01:25 PM
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