Eastern Screech Owl
by Sharon McConnell
Title
Eastern Screech Owl
Artist
Sharon McConnell
Medium
Photograph - Digital Art, Photography, Photo Painting
Description
This Eastern Screech Owl, gray morph, is perched on a tree stump at the edge of a wooded area. This species is relatively common in Eastern North America, and is native to most wooded environments of its distribution. More so than any other owl in its range, it has adapted well to manmade development, although it frequently avoids detection due to its nocturnal habits. In Ohio, male owls average 166 g (5.9 oz) and females 194 g (6.8 oz).
Eastern screech owls are strictly nocturnal, roosting during the day in cavities or next to tree trunks. They are quite common, and can often be found in residential areas. However, due to their small size and camouflage, they are much more frequently heard than actually seen. These owls are frequently heard calling at night, especially during their spring breeding season. Despite their name, this owl does not truly screech. The eastern screech owl's call is a tremolo with a descending, whinny-like quality, like that of a miniature horse. They also produce a monotone purring trill lasting 3–5 seconds.
The photo image of this owl was taken in central Ohio, USA. Digital photo painting and textures were added to achieve this fine art painterly portrait. This image is available in a variety of sizes and products; perfect for your home of office, or as a gift for the nature lover!
Copyright 2017 Sharon McConnell, Stardust Imaging Photography; all rights reserved.
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December 2nd, 2017
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Luther Fine Art
Congratulations on your fabulous artwork being featured in one of FAA's newer Groups - Camera Art! You are invited to archive your work in the Features Archive thread! group or any other thread that it would fit in! LF