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Young great horned owls (Bubo virginianus) in nest cave spread and tip their wings to appear large and fierce to researcher, an inate defensive behavior. Uneaten prey is visible, a gopher. © David A. Ponton
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GREAT-HORNED OWL: ADAPTATION AND PORTRAITS
Young great horned owls (Bubo virginianus) in nest cave spread and tip their wings to appear large and fierce to researcher, an inate defensive behavior.  Uneaten prey is visible, a gopher. © David A. Ponton