Today, late afternoon, a Barn Owl flew across the road in front of me and into a wooded area. I was only able to see it for a few moments but it was a real treat to see the Barn Owl swooping amongst the trees. At the same time it was able to observe the ground and spot something as tiny as mouse whilst being able to avoid the trees and branches it was flying through! If I had that sort of vision I’d be able to read a book and drive the bus at the same time in complete safety!

I’ve watched Owls before and just love seeing them fly amongst trees like this one. The fascination is heightened by the fact that the Owl flies absolutely silently, no clatter like a Wood Pigeon’s wings, no whoosh as the air passes over it’s wings.