
Roy Mangersnes - Lovebirds
I spent some time with this loving couple of Little Owls in northern Spain a couple of weeks ago. It was a true pleasure to spent time with such relaxed wildlife. I keep asking myself what the male is telling the female. My guess is that it involves some romantic phrases, but what do I know. Any suggestion?
Location: Lleida, Spain
Tags: Athene noctua, Little Owl, roy mangersnes
17/06/2011 09:59
So sweet, nice moment!
17/06/2011 17:46
Yes, allo-preening is a behaviour to strenghten the commitment as a couple. As for captions then there are so many possibilities, but I like to think that he is saying: "Look from how far north this guy came to take your picture. This is a testament to your overwhelming beauty!"
And I agree with the male.
18/06/2011 00:44
This is a delicate and fine photography. Light good. Amazing shot
19/06/2011 19:30
I like your suggestion Sven - made me smile :-)
20/06/2011 00:36
Me too Sven! :)
21/06/2011 11:13
"Let's move out of here, too long lenses pointing at us..." :-D
19/11/2021 00:40
Hi Roy, this is so cool. I love the romance of the photo. Like you it makes me wonder what they're communicating with eachother? It almost looks like a wife welcoming her nuzzle from a husband.