17th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Power Struggle

For snowy owls the highest perch is a status symbol to be fought for & defended. I couldn't believe my eyes, but this took place every night 1-2 hours before the sun went down like clockwork with surprising predictability. I was privileged enough to be aware of this location where they roosted all day where no humans could bother them.

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Date Taken: 01.2019
Date Uploaded: 09.2019
Photo Location: Canada
Copyright: © Heather King