From Bharat Prakash

What a charming and cautious little Eastern Screech Owlet! While its four siblings are fearlessly splashing around and embracing the water, this particular owlet is perfectly content watching from a safe, dry distance.

Juvenile Eastern Screech Owls are known for their curiosity as they leave the nest, but individual personalities vary wildly. Some are bold explorers, while others prefer to keep their feathers dry and maintain their distance from the water’s edge.