Short-eared Owl Strike Strixnebulosa each breath visible as a

each breath visible as a wisp of white mist

Silent wings swoop down

reflective beauty

Dawn paints Stella Bay

Whispers in the breeze

Short-eared Owl Strike Strixnebulosa each breath visible as aWith an intensity that belied its calm demeanour, the owl took flight. Its wings beat silently against the crisp air, a swift shadow gliding over the fields. Each powerful stroke propelled it forward, its sharp eyes locked onto the tiny creature below. The vole paused, sensing danger, but the owl was already committed. In an instant, it altered its trajectory, a quick change of direction that showcased its agility. The vole darted left, but the owl