Watching Hawk Owl

14:th of February 2010
The second time we try to see the Hawk Owl at Burunge with this Naturetrek-group. And today it´s not only present, it´s obliging and the light is excellent in the afternoon sun. What more could we ask for.

Distant Hawk Owl

14:th of February 2010
Even distant it´s an unmistakable bird.

Hawk Owl closer

14:th of February 2010
...and a bit closer.

Blasting Hawk Owl

14:th of February 2010
For a photographer, it´s just to take your chances and blast away. Sandra Coates and Simon Spavin in action.

Six Sibejays

14:th of February 2010
Another great day with snow, sunshine and cold. Add to that great birds like Grey-headed Woodpeckers and Siberian Jays. For the first time this winter we see as many as six of them.

Ural Owl traffic-killed

11:th of February 2010
The Hawk Owl is missing today, probably due to a very present Goshawk and a couple of White-tailed Eagles. But along the E4 highway north of Uppsala, we find a traffic-killed Ural Owl. A beautiful and impressive bird. (hold by Andrew Kingston)

Brilliant morning in –18° C

7:th of February 2010
The morning is absolutely brilliant with –18° C on the coldest spot along the road. But are we happy or what? This is the first of the visiting winter groups from British tour operator Naturetrek. Cheers guys!