Bird Photography - Winter Wiltshire Shorties

A trip to the Wiltshire Downs with the Sony A1 to take my first shots of Short-eared Owls in Wiltshire this winter.
This video is dedicated to my son Tom Gower, who was tragically killed in a road traffic accident.
All music: Epidemic Sounds

[@thesmokeman1]

Remarkable results Phil , well done to you and Shorty 🙂

[@martinfairbairn2820]

Brilliant video thanks for sharing

[@stephendavis732]

Brilliant video, as always, Phil - my thoughts are with you and your family…..

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Stephen

[@juliangreaves4727]

wonderful Phil. What a magnificent creature the short eared owl is and such a top collection of photographs! Excellent work 🙌🙌

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Julian!

[@martinpettinger]

Hi Phil... so sorry to hear of your loss... my condolences to you and your family.
Another great video beautifully presented and very informative .
My best regards Martin

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Martin. Your kind words mean a great deal.

[@davewomack2216]

great shots. Fantastic! Any owl is on my list.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

On mine too

[@brianpereira3755]

Phil, so sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts are with you and your family in this difficult time. Rgds Brian

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Brian

[@alanmccluskie6169]

Fantastic video with lots of cracking shots..very well done Phil

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Cheers buddy!

[@rpittam60]

Cracking video and shots Phil - SEOs are one of my favourite birds - great stuff! Interested to know what make/brand both your thermal hoodie was, and the Ghillie coat/camo top. Cheers. Richard.

[@danielspencer9851]

Superb images, absolutely incredible great work

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Daniel

[@nigelmartin4510]

Great shots I dream to capture a shortie I have got the the A1 and 200/600 lens and I would be over the moon to capture shots like yours Phil 👏👏👏👏

[@johnkeating3891]

Simply stunning

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you John

[@minaskeukazian7097]

Hi Phil... So sorry to hear of your loss... my condolences to you and your family.Great shot and video. Hopefully we meet some day . I am located in LA California if you came this way let me know. Take care your safe .

[@cerealkiller4248]

Beautiful shots

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you for watching!

[@CamillaI]

Excellent video Phil missed this one when it came out epic shots ! Sorry to hear about your son Tom , so tragic and sad devastated for you !

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

A real tragedy but thanks for your kind words Mark.

[@colindalton7379]

Wonderful video Phil.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Cheers Colin

[@antoniorosa1973]

Excelente trabalho Phil

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you!

[@johnfisher170]

so sorry for your loss..

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you John

[@MarieBrownCottageGarden]

I'm so sorry for your loss of your beloved son Phil. What a wonderful tribute. They are magnificent creatures. Your expertise is amazing!

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you so much Marie! ❤️

[@davidsneddon2242]

Excellent stills and footage Phil, just wonderful to see and so serine. Well done Phil keep them coming. Thank you so much for sharing, love it.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

It’s my pleasure David and thank you for watching!

[@markjarrett8168]

So sorry to learn of your loss Phil, sincere condolences to you and your family. Superb video, as always, mate. Look forward to your next ones, as and when you’re ready, of course. Regards, Mark.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you for your kind words Mark

[@tonybownwanderer800]

Wonderful stuff Phil, respect and thanks. Watched with much sadness for your family’s loss.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Tony

[@stevecolwill9761]

A great video Phil, as always, and some remarkable captures. I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through at the moment, but heartfelt condolences to you all.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Your kind words are appreciated Steve.

[@steverobinson939]

Sorry to hear about your son's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Steve

[@robbrackimp]

Superb video Phil, great shots. What an experience.
Very sorry for your loss.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you so much Robin

[@robertlawrence7958]

Sincerest condolences. A parents worst nightmare.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Robert

[@scdawes]

Super video as always Phil and please accept my deepest condolences for your tragic loss

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thanks Steve. You kindness is appreciated.

[@scdawes]

@@philgowerbirdphotography Mate I simply cannot imagine what you and your family are going through , I have a question to ask about the video but feels so trivial to ask at this difficult time so I will hold off for a while an be in touch at some point

[@mollycostume]

Really enjoyed learning about this owl...one of your best vids yet x

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thank you Mol

[@joebrennan1272]

Brilliant video Phil, with some amazing images.

[@philgowerbirdphotography]

Thanks for watching Joe