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Winter sunset over the Somerset Levels from Walton Hill on a misty evening with snow on the ground
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Winter sunset over the Somerset Levels from Walton Hill on a misty evening with snow on the ground
Winter sunset over the Somerset Levels from Walton Hill on a misty evening with snow on the ground. View includes Butleigh Moor, Somerton Moor, Street Moor, Low Ham Moor, Walton Moor, Pitney Moor, Huish Moor, Somerset, UK, December 2010. Photographer quote: As freezing fog enveloped Walton Moor on the Somerset Levels at sunset. A lone barn owl was having a hard time hunting the frozen ground beneath Walton Hill. Did you know? Although many of our nature reserves are special places for wildlife, they tend to be fragmented and isolated and as such, donaet function as well as they could
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2020vision Atmospheric Cold Dusk High Angle Shot Mist Picday Snow Somerset Levels Sunset Wetlands Winter
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Chilly Challenges - The Barn Owl's Winter Struggle on the Somerset Levels
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. In this winter snapshot, captured by photographer Guy Edwardes, we witness a mesmerizing scene as the sun sets over the Somerset Levels. As mist swirls around Walton Hill and snow blankets the ground, nature paints an enchanting picture. But amidst this serene beauty lies a tale of survival for our feathered friend - a lone barn owl braving freezing fog and icy conditions to hunt its prey. With the frozen ground beneath Walton Hill posing challenges, this nocturnal hunter faces an uphill battle in search of sustenance. The image serves as a reminder that even in picturesque landscapes like Butleigh Moor and Somerton Moor, wildlife encounters obstacles due to fragmented habitats. Our nature reserves may be havens for biodiversity but their isolation limits their full potential. As we admire this breathtaking photograph from 2020VISION's collection, let us appreciate not only its atmospheric charm but also reflect on how we can better connect these precious ecosystems. By bridging gaps between reserves and fostering healthier environments for all creatures great and small, we can ensure that future generations continue to witness such awe-inspiring moments in nature's grand theater.
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