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Post by Gord on Nov 19, 2012 23:27:07 GMT -8
Later this afternoon between this ugly rain I drove down Banford Road to see if the Franklin's Gulls were still around. They were not although there were a good number of gulls including plenty of Mew Gulls. On the poles where the Golden Eagle has been hanging out was a nice Gyrfalcon. I then spotted a Short-eared Owl flying along the side of the road before landing on the fence post. A truck drove by and scared it but it landed again.  It was not too worried about me pulled over but when another vehicle came roaring along it moved a couple posts down.  The next noisy vehicle caused it to fly again but this time it treated me to hunting along the road.    I then saw a second owl come across the road and land on a post. She's a little wet!  Beautiful birds! |
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Post by ian on Nov 20, 2012 8:30:06 GMT -8
Amazing captures Gord! Short ears generally seem to be relatively cooperative. Very much appreciate your many reports!  |
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Post by 10aciousfaith on Nov 20, 2012 11:17:06 GMT -8
Hey Gord and friends:
Great report Gord!
After seeing Dave's report Sunday about the Franklin's gull on Banford Rd, I had hoped to make it over there from Abbotsford early Monday morning, but the heavy rain didn't allow it. Checking the weather report last night, and seeing there was a 40% chance of showers only, I made my way there around 7:30-7:45 am. Clear skies and very cold and beautiful. After scanning the fields on Banford on both sides of Prairie Central I saw no Franklin's gull. As you said, Gord, there were many Mews and other gulls. I saw maybe a 100 Trumpeters in various fields. Too far away to check for Tundras with just binoculars. I'll keep searching Abbotsford and Chilliwack for potential Lifers such as Tundra Swan, Golden eagle, Franklin's and other new gulls (Icelandic, Ivory, Slaty-backed). Have a good day everyone!
Damion
Wild Birds Unlimited
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Post by brad94sc on Nov 20, 2012 11:59:44 GMT -8
awesome pictures Gord! Ill have to go scouting around that area with my camera on the weekend and hope for some good luck!
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Post by merlinator on Nov 20, 2012 12:23:18 GMT -8
Gord, gorgeous pictures, especially the one where the owl is flying and looking toward you. I'm jealous.<G>
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Post by kestrel on Nov 20, 2012 16:35:55 GMT -8
Great series!
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Post by Chris on Nov 20, 2012 21:22:19 GMT -8
Fantastic pictures Gord. Great to see two of these guys out on Banford road. Not too many were seen last winter so its good to see a few kicking around.
Also, nice to hear the Gyrfalcon is still in the area.
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Post by Dave on Nov 20, 2012 21:52:19 GMT -8
Fantastic Photography, Gord! Wow.
I would like to see that Gyrfalcon as well.
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Post by josterhold on Nov 20, 2012 23:32:33 GMT -8
Awesome photos, Gord!!
Really amazing.
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Post by Wetlander on Nov 21, 2012 17:31:02 GMT -8
Beauty!
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Post by ziff on Nov 22, 2012 18:58:09 GMT -8
good grief ! what amazing photos ! pretty bird.
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