King of the Night
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In my pictures — the Eurasian Eagle-Owl, the largest member of the owl order.
This eagle-owl is tame — raised by humans and fully accustomed to people, yet the predator in him remains. I took these photos at Golubac Fortress in Serbia, during a demonstration of trained birds for guests.
Those stern, bright orange eyes are typical of crepuscular owls — they see clearly in conditions that seem dark to us.
That richly textured plumage, in shades of earth and bark, is more than just beautiful: it’s camouflage shaped by evolution.
Those large, sharp talons can grip substantial prey. The eagle-owl has one of the strongest grasps among all birds.
These owls are distinguished not only by their impressive size but also by their characteristic ear-like feather tufts — not ears, but tools for communication and expression.
Even at rest, he radiates tension. Perhaps that’s why his face so often looks stern and predatory — as if he’s always on alert.
This is what the King of the Night looks like up close. 🦉
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