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Short-Eared Owl by a Woodland Boat Dock

A short-eared owl sits on a wooden mooring post by a calm lake dock next to a rowboat anchored among tall water reeds.

A short-eared owl on a mooring post beside a wooden rowboat and tall reeds.
Short-Eared Owl by a Woodland Boat Dock
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Short-Eared Owl at a Lakeside Dock

A short-eared owl sits perched upon a wooden dock mooring post surrounded by quiet water. Near the dock, a small wooden rowboat floats near dense clusters of tall marsh reeds along the edge of the woodland shore.

Fascinating Facts About Short-Eared Owls

Unlike most owl species, short-eared owls hunt frequently during daylight hours, especially at dawn and dusk. They fly low over open marshes and wetlands with loose, irregular wingbeats that resemble the flight pattern of giant moths.

Real Colors of the Wetland Scene

  • Short-eared owl plumage: Tawny yellow and brown with dark wing tips
  • Short-eared owl eyes: Intense yellow surrounded by black rings
  • Wooden dock and rowboat: Dark weathered timber and brown wood planks
  • Wetland water: Muted blue and gray reflections
  • Marsh reeds: Olive green stems with brown seed heads
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers About Short-Eared Owls

Why do short-eared owls live near water and marshes?
Wetland habitats offer open flying space and abundant populations of meadow voles, which make up the main part of their diet.
Where do short-eared owls build their nests?
Instead of nesting high in trees, short-eared owls build ground nests tucked safely inside tall grasses or reed beds.
How far do short-eared owls travel during migration?
Many short-eared owls migrate long distances across continents each winter, traveling from cold northern regions to milder coastal marshes.
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