Asio flammeus galapagoensis is the Galapagos subspecies of the familiar Short-eared Owl. Like many Galapagos species, it is quite tame and will readily interact with humans, allow close approach, and even land nearby.
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Short-eared Owl
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
July, 2007 ©John Schwarz
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Friendly Short-eared Owl – just landed in path
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
July, 2007 ©John Schwarz
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Short-eared Owl
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
July, 2007 ©John Schwarz
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Short-eared Owl
Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
July, 2007 ©John Schwarz