Owl Run

I found a nice calling Little Owl whilst running down Harrock Hill on Bannister Lane this evening. They've been spotted in the vicinity before, but it's been a few years since I've seen one around these parts.

Little Owls were introduced into Britain in the 19th century from the continent, where they are much more common. Both of these were taken in Turkey earlier this year. The birds east of the Euphrates (RHS) have a much more rufous colour than those further West (Left).