In the warm, golden light of the setting sun, an inquisitive Aruban Burrowing Owl sits alertly on a simple metal trellis, its bright, piercing eyes tightly focused on its surroundings. This endemic and iconic bird of Aruba exudes character and charm with its compact stature, speckled plumage and distinctive upright posture. Its plumage almost seems to light up in the soft evening light, where each feather subtly stands out against the hazy background of a summer grassy plain.
Surrounded by waving clumps of grass and the shimmering light of the low-lying sun in the background, the scene exudes a serene calm. Yet beneath that calmness, there is a sense of vigilance - as if the owl is taking in every detail, ready to spring into action at the slightest sound. Its presence feels almost like magic, as if it is the guardian of an ancient wisdom that only a few may witness.
As the last rays of the sun dye the landscape in shades of gold and amber, this small but proud owl watches over its territory, a silent but powerful witness to the unique and pristine beauty of the island of Aruba. A moment of pure balance between nature, light and life.
My name is Tim Leusink and I am a hobby photographer focusing mainly on nature in the broadest sense of the word. When I smell the outdoors, and go out with my camera l, I forget everything around me and am totally in the moment... Read more…