Short-eared Owls Hunting and Fighting [NARRATED]

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2 жыл бұрын

Short-eared Owls often hunt over grassy fields in daylight: very un-owl like behavior. Besides showing them hunting, the video also shows their territorial fights.(Filmed at B.K. Leach Memorial Conservation Area and Riverlands Migratory Bird Center near St. Louis, MO)
Many thanks to Mel Diotte for the use of his videos and photos of the owl (www.flickr.com/search/people/...) and Lisa Saffell for footage of the owls fighting ( / lisasaffell . Several other people let me use their photos, and I thank them: Harold Feiertag (www.flickr.com/photos/feierta..., Brian Kushner (www.flickr.com/photos/bkushne..., Gordon Linton (www.flickr.com/photos/4913351..., Eddy Matuod (www.flickr.com/photos/mama_lu..., Martin Passchier (www.flickr.com/photos/photosa..., and Geoffrey Shuen (www.flickr.com/photos/geoffre....

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@acuteteacher 2 жыл бұрын

I was at our vet's office recently when he, knowing that I'm a birder, said, "Wait here." He returned in a moment with the most magnificent barred owl perched on his arm. Someone had brought it in after finding it caught in a barbed wire fence with damage to its wing. It was amazing seeing him that close after only hearing him in the past, asking me, "Who cooks for you? Who cooks you y'all?" I love your videos, Jo. Thanks so much for blessing us.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Cool! That is just too cool! Thirty years ago my husband was enlisted to feed a pair of Barn Owls who'd been hatched in captivity but were bound for freedom. On weekends, he and I took frozen mice then live ones the barn where they were being kept. God, they were gorgeous!!! They sparkle! No photo does them justice. And I've never seen a live one elsewhere.

@jailbreakoverlander 2 жыл бұрын

Jo, this is epic. TY TY I have uploaded numerous owl videos thanks to you.

@-A-c 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to have you back.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's good to be back. 😊

@johnfranklin685 Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful voice and eloquent speech.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Жыл бұрын

Thank you, John. I did love filming these extraordinary owls and showing them to you.

@tuggaworsley4281 2 ай бұрын

That 11 minutes passed in a mere flourish - excellent production all round - thankyou.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 ай бұрын

And thank you for letting me know how much you appreciated the video. I learned so much in making it about how owls hunt.

@riverbender9898 2 жыл бұрын

Your descriptions of these wonderful animals provide insight, knowledge and wonder. Thank you and the camera people for such delight.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, there. Good to see you back. Thanks for the compliment, and I appreciate you thanking the other two people who contributed such valuable footage.

@kennethkiss9462 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your excellent description and video about the short-eared owl. On our recent Dubuque Audubon trip early morning we saw five short-eared owls and several harriers hunting in the grassland.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Then I know you enjoyed the birding day, Kenneth. I had to drive an hour each way every time I filmed them, but it was worth the trouble. They were a thrill to watch.

@AnimalArtbyTerraCotta 2 жыл бұрын

You are almost poetic at times as you describe the character of the owl, the colors of the wings and I appreciate your nature knowledge! Crepuscular ... and us with eyes the size of softballs in relation, very nice! 🥰

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I love it when someone comments on specific parts of a video, as you have just done. I do have fun with language (looping and lollygagging). I hope you can find occasion to work crepuscular into a conversation. 😉

@AnimalArtbyTerraCotta 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME LOL, I'm sure that's possible as I have a lot of nerdy animal whisperer friends! 😄

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

@@AnimalArtbyTerraCotta Go for it!

@meldiotte8227 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job on the video Jo.Your narration is enjoyable and very informative.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mel.

@fotografiabymiguel Жыл бұрын

Very elegant narration. I enjoyed this video, Jo.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Жыл бұрын

Nice to hear from you, Miguel, and thanks for the compliment. I thoroughly enjoyed making this movie, partly because the owls were such an interesting challenge to film, but even more so because I enjoyed learning about they use hearing to hunt.

@SUPERGENKI 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your videos Jo, it's like watching National Geographics.... Very informative and entertaining, well done my friend. Warm regards, Thomas

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Nat'l Geo's footage is better than mine by a factor of ... oh, let's say a hundred. But they'd do well to hire me to write some of their scripts, don't you think?

@blaze0rama 2 жыл бұрын

Superb timing on posting this superb owl! Thank you so much for all your work and information!

@teresasimkins5518 2 жыл бұрын

This is so good! Happy Valentine's Day Jo!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

And Happy Valentine's Day to you, Teresa. Good to see you're checking out my latest, and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

@teresasimkins5518 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Count on it! Keep warm in your filmy shawl- peace

@LisaSaffell 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done Jo! I learned a thing or two as always!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and I learned plenty too. It was a pleasure.

@keithehredt753 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS ALOT SISTER, GREAT INFO AND COVERAGE. WELL DONE.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

MY PLEASURE, KEITH.

@SenatorFeathers 8 ай бұрын

The shot of the owl raising his tuffs was awesome

@travisbicklejr 2 жыл бұрын

Yay!! Love your videos, Mrs. Alwood! Thank you!

@beckylby8409 2 жыл бұрын

God, the master of all creatures! Thank you for being a master of narration of such awesome and most interesting birds. I always learn from your videos and look forward to each one of them. Hope you are doing well.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate hearing that you appreciate the movie. ☺️ And I'm tickin' along pretty well--thanks for asking.

@geraldinefields1730 2 жыл бұрын

Great movies of owls. Fun to watch. Thank you.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it so much. (I have lots of other owl movies by the way.)

@ricardogoodman1750 2 жыл бұрын

For your wonderful undisputed research five stars are less than you deserve 😊 you make everything so interesting

@wilkinsonwoodcarving Жыл бұрын

Great footage and narration!

@jeannineroche5669 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, Jo! I love owls. Hope and pray that you're doing well, hon. God bless you always!🤗

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the owls so much. They are wonderful. And I'm doing excellent, Jeannine. In so many ways, I don't feel like eighty.

@jeannineroche5669 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME so glad you are doing well hun you are forever in my prayers. Huge hugs! 🤗

@ianmackenzie8584 4 ай бұрын

A rare gem on KZfaq. Thank you.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 4 ай бұрын

As it happens, I just re-watched this old movie yesterday, and I’d say it’s one of my better ones. So I’ll take that compliment and thank you, Ian.

@unknownjj 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and wonderful voice Jo.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. It’s nice to hear you enjoyed the video. Some people have told me I have a calming voice. Funny, I never thought of it one way or another until I started narrating movies, but that seems to be the consensus.

@_the_kekambas_ 2 жыл бұрын

Just found and subbed your channel .. fantastic stuff.. great narration.. your all knowing and well versed all things wildlife and life in general.. cant wait to binge all your videos !! 😊🦉

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

You might be surprised at how little I really know, but I do some research before I write a script. And besides my husband has been birdwatching for 40 years-SERIOUSLY birdwatching- and he really does know a lot, so I lean on him for additional information. But aside from that disclaimer about how much I know, let me say that I appreciated your enthusiastic praise. Enjoy binge watching! I’ve got about 300 films up, so that should keep you occupied for awhile.

@Adara007 11 ай бұрын

I'm impressed with both the quality of the videos of the wildlife and your poetic and accurate narration. The short-eared owl is one of my favourite raptors because of its beautiful colouring, graceful and nimble flight, and fierce defence if attacked.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 11 ай бұрын

It's a pleasure to hear from anybody who has actually spent time watching these fierce, elegant birds--especially if she compliments my footage and narration. Thank you. Are you in the U.K.? I ask because of how you spelled "favourite" and "defense".

@Adara007 11 ай бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Thank you. I live in Australia but my family are from the UK. Unfortunately, as you know, Australia doesn't have short-eared owls so at present I enjoy watching videos of them and spend some spare time watching the owls we get here such as the powerful owl as we have one that seems to have selected a particularly large tree near our home.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 10 ай бұрын

@@Adara007 Ah yes, there are always owls--unless you're in Antarctica. And thank goodness for that. We've had Great Horned Owls nesting in the woods behind our house for 16 years now. I love hearing them hoot to each other at night.

@elizabethbigley1596 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! Thank you Jo :-)

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Elizabeth.

@jackiesicilian5720 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video & narration!! ❤❤

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I loved filming these owls because they are so elegant in the air.

@Allan79789 2 жыл бұрын

That was awesome, thanks.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Aw shucks. My pleasure.

@nathanfisher2027 6 ай бұрын

Lovely video, with some of the best photography I've seen of these owls. I've only started watching them recently, at an estuary near me in the UK where they overwinter. I'm quickly becoming obsessed.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 6 ай бұрын

Obsessed? Yes, I get that. Owls are hypnotic, and these owls, because they hunt during the day, are worth some obsession. I’m glad you enjoyed the video so much. I sure did enjoy making it. Thanks for commenting.

@robertingersoll3039 8 ай бұрын

Splendid narration. Your voice is amazing.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 8 ай бұрын

What a welcome compliment. Thank you. (And since you're interested in owls, might I suggest a video I did about Great Horned and Barred Owls? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jt6Ujbp90NKRg6c.htmlsi=9N_9zvKIBNz8_Vko ) Thanks for commenting.

@dirtwolf Жыл бұрын

Love the moth comparison

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for telling me that. I am always interested to know which things I say grab people the most.

@willschep2784 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video of a mega species, Jo !

@MurrayPeeps 2 жыл бұрын

Somehow I missed this yesterday. Fantastic film with the classic wit I’ve come to expect from these. “Mouse frequency” should be in the biology books!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Murray, and thanks for "the classic wit I've come to expect from these." I especially appreciate comments that are specific, and "'mouse frequency' should be in the biology books" qualifies as specific--not to mention witty.

@jarmilakacirkova 2 ай бұрын

Very nicely shot, thank you. Best wishes. Jarmila

@JoyMerten 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best channel on KZfaq.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

☺️ That's some compliment, Joy! Thank you.

@quote_nature 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic film Jo. Learned quite a lot listening to your wonderful narrative. The choice of amazing close photos and exciting videos was outstanding!

@christinasornbutnark1208 2 жыл бұрын

Jo! Hope all is well. So excited to see an owl in your channel. Thank you so much for ALL of your time.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

It is a lot of time, Christina, but it's a labor of love. Thanks for commenting, and enjoy the owls.

@darrendavy4248 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video and lovely narrative.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Жыл бұрын

I'm happy to hear that you appreciated it, Darren. I got quite a kick out of filming these owls.

@darrendavy4248 Жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME I bet you did, they are wonderful birds, you did a great job, so inspiring.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Жыл бұрын

@@darrendavy4248 🤗

@lisawilson797 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful creatures!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@gatormike1434 2 жыл бұрын

That was really interesting. Thanks.

@eddymatuod 2 жыл бұрын

So nicely done…Beautiful!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, thank you, Ed. AFTER I published, I noticed on Flickr that you have VIDEO of the owl eating prey. Curses on me for not seeing that sooner! But I still loved the two shots you gave me.

@Korea-owl 4 ай бұрын

Cute and pretty The flapping wings of the owl are pretty.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 4 ай бұрын

Aren't they, though?! They're powerful and yet fluttery and delicate.

@Korea-owl 4 ай бұрын

is it so that's right@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME

@BioBush 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always so nice to watch! Your metaphors, kind and reverent for your subject, are unique. We get to learn new things about birds. And you find such nice footage! Thank you for bringing all this together and sharing it with us!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I kid that making movies keeps me out of the shopping malls, but really making them pleases me, especially if they please you too. Which obviously they do. Thank you for such a sweet compliment. I appreciated it.

@chillstudio545 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely share

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. They're beautiful birds that deserve the attention (even if they don't want it).

@ricardogoodman1750 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video very interesting 😊👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is the first time anybody's given me five stars, Ricardo. ☺️

@WellaWally65 2 жыл бұрын

Heeey?? So nice to here from you!! I hope you’re doing good! Thank you so much for this beautiful video! I was blessed last year, with a beautiful Owl almost like this one, who had her nest in a huge Pine tree close to home. But, bad weather took the tree down. We haven’t seen her since. Anyways, you take care of yourself! We love and miss you so much! God bless you!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Wella Wally. And it's good to see you checking out the latest. Glad you enjoyed it. I'm doing great, health wise.

@WellaWally65 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME We are always on the lookout for your beautiful videos! Stay healthy, dear friend!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

I empathize with you about losing the resident owl. Five years ago, the female Great Horned Owl who'd nested next door for ten years got hit by a car. The male found another mate, but she rejected the old nest site, so I don't get to see the young ones as I used to. We've never found the new nest.

@WellaWally65 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Oh! Wow! How sad! At least I got to see them and the greatest thing ever was to listen to her. I was so mesmerized.

@WellaWally65 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME Oh! Forgot to tell you, I’m trying to plant a Pine Tree!

@MHarenArt 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, hello Jo! Great to see another great video from you! I've always been fascinated by owls, and have never seen one in a natural setting. I keep hoping! I know there a Great Horned Owl living nearby because I have heard it, but have never seen it. Hope your are doing well and enjoying life!

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Maggie. Those owls can be difficult neighbors to get to know. I wish you luck. At least these Short-ears were relatively easy to see--but I had to drive an hour each way and went maybe 8-9 times. And it was worth it, numb fingers and all. I loved watching them and filming them.

@Cosmogirl014 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jo ! I really enjoyed learning so much about the owl. I adore them but I've never been close to one. One time but it was at dusk in the woods it flew away so it doesn't count. I've learned a lot from you in this video, thank you much ... and hope you are feeling well. I liked your 1985 comment, I get it 😊- be well.

@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, they're elusive buggers, Pamela. I wish you a good, close sighting one of these days. We've had Great HOrned Owls in our woods for 15 years now. For ten of those years, we knew where they nested and I filmed the nestlings. And we have a dead Sycamore at the edge of the woods that owls love to perch in. It's gonna break my heart when that tree comes down. I love it when someone comments on a specific part of the movie, like 1985. Thanks. And I'm doing very well health wise, good energy ... well, for 80.

@Cosmogirl014 2 жыл бұрын

@@JoAlwoodBIRDSANDTHENSOME 🙋‍♀🦅🕊