Great Horned Owl - nesting in a Saguaro Cactus using an old Red-tailed Hawk nest - Southeast Arizona - USA - March
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Great Horned Owl - nesting in a Saguaro Cactus using an old Red-tailed Hawk nest - Southeast Arizona - USA - March
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Great Horned Owl - nesting in a Saguaro Cactus using an old Red-tailed Hawk nest
Southeast Arizona - USA - March.
Bubo virginianus
Jim Zipp
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EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by wildlife enthusiast Jim Zipp, we witness a truly unique real estate arrangement in the heart of Southeast Arizona. A majestic Great Horned Owl has ingeniously repurposed an old Red-Tailed Hawk nest nestled within a towering Saguaro Cactus. With its piercing yellow eyes and magnificent plumage, the owl proudly perches at its lofty abode, showcasing the perfect blend of resourcefulness and adaptability. This avian architect has chosen an unconventional home that not only provides safety from predators but also offers breathtaking views of the surrounding desert landscape. As night falls over North America, this nocturnal beauty takes center stage, embodying the mysterious allure associated with owls. Its hoots echo through the stillness of the United States' wilderness as it guards its precious eggs or watches over its fluffy offspring. Jim Zipp's remarkable photograph encapsulates nature's harmonious coexistence and reminds us that even in seemingly inhospitable environments like cacti-filled deserts, life finds a way to thrive. So next time you spot a saguaro cactus standing tall against all odds, remember to look up – for hidden within might be one of these enchanting creatures turning prickly homes into cozy nests!
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