Posted by Ian Mason on January 12, 2009 at 4:48 PM
I have the whole bird in the frame but cropped this deliberately to point out the eyes. If you saw this on a human, you would advise a trip to the doctor. Try shining a light (gently now, not a laser!) in one of your partner's eyes - you will see that the other pupil will also constrict to the same diameter. The owl's left eye is in bright sunshine and is small, whereas it's right (shaded) is very large. I doubt if this killer has any neurological problem. Presumably this ensures that both eyes will be working at maximum efficiency. I'm sure the voles don't appreciate this.
Very interesting and a very nice image to boot....
Posted by Elliott Neep on January 13, 2009 at 8:57 AM
In a word... stunning!
Posted by Anthony House on January 13, 2009 at 9:39 AM
Not sure if I'm qualified enough or have justification to comment on this shot, but hey! it's a free world and I'm entitled to my opinion.!!!!!! Then again, maybe I should just follow the pack, great shot! stunning! wow!
Sarcasm aside, I actually do like it.....
Posted by Vincent Jones on January 13, 2009 at 9:57 AM
Great close up Ian even though cropped.,
With regards to the eyes, there is nothing wrong with the bird, it's natural. For Owls, this is normal when one pupil is in shade & when the other in bright light. Each eye is capable of dilating individually to light & shade
Basically one pupil can be dilated in order to allow more light in to match the sight of the other eye that is in bright light.
Need a lye down now
Posted by Ian Mason on January 13, 2009 at 10:06 AM
Thanks for your comments!
(John) - update,sorry - Anthony
"Not sure if I'm qualified enough or have justification to comment on this shot, but hey! it's a free world and I'm entitled to my opinion.!!!!!! Then again, maybe I should just follow the pack, great shot! stunning! wow! "
Firstly, I'm pleased you like it. I realise you're referring to my comment on another post, which is closed. I wasn't questioning your qualifications. I was simply suggesting that if a negative comment is made, it implies that there is something to be learned. The main reason I post here is to learn. If you think my image looks pasted for example, I would be keen to understand the reasons for the opinion, in order that I might do something different. I also post for sheer enjoyment and sarcasm certainly doesn't fill me with delight.
Posted by Barry Southon on January 13, 2009 at 1:12 PM
Ian
A really great shot highlighting a very interesting point with the puple dilation. I also found one or two of my owl efforts that illustrated the exposure of what appeared to be a red membrane in one eye. Owls are a special species.
A great capture thanks for sharing.
Barry
Eastbourne
Posted by Sam Mannaerts on January 13, 2009 at 2:48 PM
Great!
The eyes are amazing!
Posted by John Chapman on January 14, 2009 at 5:50 AM
Well caught Ian and I like the story.
Posted by Magnus Hird on January 14, 2009 at 5:19 PM
Really interesting Ian, I can see how the lack of the consensual reflex would be an evolutionary advantage for them, especially day-hunters
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21 repliesI do like this one very much.
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Bertl
Cheers Keith.
David
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Drew
Sarcasm aside, I actually do like it.....
With regards to the eyes, there is nothing wrong with the bird, it's natural. For Owls, this is normal when one pupil is in shade & when the other in bright light. Each eye is capable of dilating individually to light & shade
Basically one pupil can be dilated in order to allow more light in to match the sight of the other eye that is in bright light.
Need a lye down now
(John) - update,sorry - Anthony
"Not sure if I'm qualified enough or have justification to comment on this shot, but hey! it's a free world and I'm entitled to my opinion.!!!!!! Then again, maybe I should just follow the pack, great shot! stunning! wow! "
Firstly, I'm pleased you like it. I realise you're referring to my comment on another post, which is closed. I wasn't questioning your qualifications. I was simply suggesting that if a negative comment is made, it implies that there is something to be learned. The main reason I post here is to learn. If you think my image looks pasted for example, I would be keen to understand the reasons for the opinion, in order that I might do something different. I also post for sheer enjoyment and sarcasm certainly doesn't fill me with delight.
A really great shot highlighting a very interesting point with the puple dilation. I also found one or two of my owl efforts that illustrated the exposure of what appeared to be a red membrane in one eye. Owls are a special species.
A great capture thanks for sharing.
Barry
Eastbourne
The eyes are amazing!