Canada (Ontario)
Feb 10 2022
female, adult
Cornwall - I found two birds only a few minutes from home in an industrial sector. A large open undeveloped weedy area undoubtedly has plenty of meadow voles to keep them going. This bird was perched on a pole and headed down to attempt a capture. It wasn't successful but rather than returning immediately it stayed for five minutes. Because it wasn't that far out from the car I got some nice shots.
Feb 11 2022
That’s great to witness and capture. I can’t recall seeing a Snowy hunting…except one strange nighttime observation after leaving work at the airport.
In this case the bird hovered over a spot for about 10 seconds before realizing that it didn’t have a target. I rarely see that type of action because it usually makes contact.
It is always a pleasure to see this magnificent bird. Good catch.
They are interesting to observe in action.