Indeed they are Eastern Screech Owls. Only 7-10inches in size. This was the first day they flew.

*** CUTE PICS OF BABY OWLS ARE THEY -- EASTERN SCREECH OWLS ( OTUS ASIO ) ???

[Sleeping Owlets]

Just found this and realized they didnt turn out too bad. They were such cute little fluff balls.

Thanks krukab...I have never heard about that !!!!!! Really interesting

THIS PHOTO WAS TAKEN 20 SECONDS LATTER NOTICE THE CROWN NOW FILLING WITH BLOOD AND THE PATCH ON NECK WILL OPEN TO A CRICLE AND BE BLOOD RED IN THE CENTER - 5 SECONDS AFTER THIS PIC IT FLEW OFF - THESE GROUSE ARE USUALLY FOUND AT THE 4000 FT ELEVATION OR HIGHER - THIER A LARGE BIRD 2-3 LBS.

THIS IS A MALE ** BLUE GROUSE (DENDRAGAPUS OBSCURUS ) IT IS JUST STARTING TO SHOW ITS BREEDING COLOR ON CROWN IT FILLS WITH BLOOD WHEN AROUSED -

Amazing picture KruKab - little fella looks like he is enjoying himself.

guess its a good idea to put the picture in

Lovely bird Kru-kab, thanks.

I saw my first tree-creeper today in the local park, whilst walking the dog. I was so excited though the dog was not interested!