Barred Owl Lobelville Tennessee

The barred owl (Strix varia), also known as the northern barred owl, striped owl or, more informally, hoot owl or eight-hooter owl...

This particular owl blessed me with its presence, as I noticed it diving after a small prey , in Lobelville, Tn.

It was barely visible against the backdrop of trees and leaves, but stayed long enough for me to enjoy it.