May 6, 2024
Private Old Lyme Habitat
We’d had a single barred owl visiting the perimeter of our yard for several weeks, but then one morning we looked out and saw a mate with them. They relaxed on this sapling for several hours.
Barred owl fledglings
May 11, 2024
Private Old Lyme Habitat
A few days after seeing both owls, we got an incredible surprise: their babies! They were on a dead tree maybe 50 yards into the woods, so I got a longer lens to get a closer look. They hung out for several hours, with mom and dad close by.
Butterfly on Mexican sunflower
August 2024
Private habitat in Lyme
I noticed this butterfly dancing on the flower and realized what a beautiful backdrop!
Dinner time for baby owls
May 11, 2024
Private Old Lyme habitat
As evening approached, one of the parent owls brought a fresh meal for the fledglings. It was incredible to watch them feed the babies.