Snack time

This was the first day that this Northern Hawk Owl owlet had been out of the nest. It had somehow managed to make its way to the ground and later, clawed its way up this short, very thin tree. The mother flew in with a tasty Meadow Vole for her youngster. This photo was taken a few weeks ago, so by now, the owlet will be flying free, safe from predators.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Hawk-Owl

www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Northern_Hawk_Owl/id