Pueo or Hawaiian Short eared owl by Chris P.

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27-JAN-2006

This rarely seen native owl has a prominent role
in Hawaiian mythology.
It is believed to be a strong omen when seen.

Canon EOS 350D
1/800s f/5.6 at 400.0mm iso800 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto

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Rick Decker		12-Jun-2006 03:32
On the Big Island, we see them in certain spots regularly. They hang out on the fence posts on the Saddle Road (Between Hilo and Waikoloa - on the Waikoloa side. I also had a barn owl on my property recently. Here are links - the first to 3 owl shots and then a composite of pueo's from the Saddles Road. They are really hard to get sharp. http://www.pbase.com/rickdecker/new__images http://www.pbase.com/rickdecker/image/48142466/large

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