August 2026 Photo Information

Animal and Camera Details

August

Species shown: Long-Eared Owl (Asio otus)

The long-eared owl (Asio otus), also known as the northern long-eared owl or, more informally, as the lesser horned owl or cat owl, is a medium-sized species of owl with an extensive breeding range. The species breeds in many areas through Europe and the Palearctic, as well as in North America.

This photo was taken in the Netherlands in May, with Canon EOS R5 with Canon 500mm with 1.4x extender at 700mm, f/5.6, 1/1250s, ISO2000.