My first bird of the year was a Great Horned Owl I heard around 4:35 this morning. I never saw them, but that call cut through the New Year darkness.
Great Horned Owl adult
Hearing a Great Horned Owl at the very start of the year feels like a blessing whispered in the dark. Wisdom, intuition, protection, and change all wrapped into one unforgettable moment. If the year needed an opening line, that was a spectacular one for me.
I still don’t know which bird I’ll actually see first in 2026, but I do know I’m looking forward to seeing as many birds as possible in the New Year. And I’m hoping to photograph most of those feathered beauties too!
I wish each and every one of you plenty of birds, joy, and fulfillment for the New Year.
Life is good. Happy New Year!
Mia
The photo above was taken in 2011 on Antelope Island State Park, Utah.
Click here to view more of my Great Horned Owl photos plus facts and information about this species.
Good medicine 🙏🏻🤍🦉🪶
Spectacular shot! Wishing you many more in 2026!
A happy and healthy New Year with many delightful sightings of our friends.
Happy Hooo Year! I mean New Year 🎊 Mia!
Gorgeous Owl. Thank you for all your pictures and reflections! -Jeri