In this striking wildlife portrait, Bruce Graham captures a Northern Saw-whet Owl perched on a branch, its round face and bold white eyebrows giving it an intense, almost fierce expression. The owl’s streaked chest and spotted wings are rendered in fine detail, while the blurred green foliage behind it enhances the sense of depth and focus. The image conveys both the mystery and the sharp awareness of this elusive nocturnal species, making it a standout addition to Bruce’s Signature Collection — a celebration of wildlife’s hidden beauty and character.
Captured on November 24, 2020 at 13:33, this image was taken using a Canon EOS 90D with an EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens. The shot was composed at a focal length of 300mm, with settings of ISO 1000, aperture f/5.0, and shutter speed 1/640 sec, balancing sharp feather detail with natural forest atmosphere.
