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Northern Hawk-Owl (Surnia ulula) seen through branches, southwest Finland, February
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Northern Hawk-Owl (Surnia ulula) seen through branches, southwest Finland, February
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Bird Of Prey Branch Branches Camera Focus Finland Focus On Background Hawk Owl High1314 Low Depth Of Field Nature Nordic Countries North Europe Northern Europe Northern Hawk Owl Patience Selective Focus Serious Shallow Depth Of Field Southwest Finland Strigidae Strigiformes Striginae Surnia Surnia Ulula View Through Observation Surveillance
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Peek-a-boo! This Northern Hawk-Owl has mastered the art of hide-and-seek amidst the branches in southwest Finland. With its piercing gaze and perfectly camouflaged feathers, it's a true master of surveillance and observation. February may be chilly, but this bird's patience knows no bounds as it waits for its next prey to appear. Captured by Jussi Murtosaari, this stunning print showcases the majestic beauty of this avian predator. The selective focus on the owl allows us to admire every intricate detail, from its sharp talons to its intense eyes that seem to hold all the secrets of nature. In this close-up portrait, we can almost feel ourselves standing right there with our camera focused on the background filled with lush plants and intertwining branches. The shallow depth of field adds an ethereal touch to the image, emphasizing the owl's presence while blurring out distractions. As we marvel at this creature from northern Europe's Nordic countries, let us appreciate both its serious demeanor and awe-inspiring grace. It serves as a reminder that even in our fast-paced world, taking a moment to observe nature's wonders can bring us joy and tranquility.
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