Snowy Owl
Snowy Owl
This fine art print captures the breathtaking presence of a Snowy Owl—an extraordinarily rare visitor to Cornwall, far from its northern Arctic range. After patiently waiting six weeks, the encounter finally came, and for a few quiet hours this majestic owl was shared in solitude before the crowds gathered. A once-in-a-lifetime sighting and an unforgettable memory, now preserved in print.
Printed on premium archival paper, every detail of the owl’s striking plumage and piercing gaze is rendered with exceptional clarity. Perfect for collectors, bird enthusiasts, and lovers of rare wildlife, this piece brings the magic of a fleeting and extraordinary moment in nature into your home.
The Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) is one of the world’s most striking owls, instantly recognisable by its brilliant white plumage and piercing yellow eyes. Native to the Arctic tundra, these powerful birds are superbly adapted to cold, open landscapes where they hunt lemmings, hares, and other prey.
In the UK, Snowy Owls are extremely rare visitors, occasionally arriving during harsh northern winters or periods of food scarcity. Most sightings have been recorded in Scotland and the northern isles, though occasional individuals wander further south, creating unforgettable moments for those lucky enough to see them.
Their rarity, combined with their ghostly beauty, has made the Snowy Owl one of the most celebrated and sought-after birds ever to appear on British shores.