PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID WHISTLECRAFT

Seen here gliding along into the wind, Barn Owls (Tyto Alba) mainly hunt by sound rather than by sight. The ears are set asymmetrical, one higher than the other under the feathering of the inside edge of the facial disc, located next to the eyes. The heart shaped face acts as an amazing sound funnel collecting & filtering sound. This allows the Owl to detect the movement of its prey with complete accuracy.

Equipment: Canon Eos 1DsMk2, Canon 500mm F4L IS Lens.

Ref: Barn Owl Tyto Alba

Date: 04/03/06

Location: North Norfolk

Photographer: David Whistlecraft