Tropical Screech-owl, Costa Rica New Zealand goes back to November 1948

goes back to November 1948 when the inaugural race was held featuring just seven boats

The image was taken on Deception Island

now silhouetted against the darkening sky

they turn up the charm even more

taking photographs that told a story of nature's fury and the resilience of the rustic jetty

Tropical Screech-owl, Costa Rica New Zealand goes back to November 1948The Tropical Screech owl is a pint sized predator that brings a touch of mystery to Costa Ricas nighttime forests. With its mottled gray or reddish brown feathers, this owl is a master of camouflage, blending seamlessly into tree bark during the day. As dusk falls, its haunting, trilling call echoes through the tropical landscape, a sound thats both eerie and enchanting. Despite its small size, the Tropical Screech owl is a skilled hunter, preying on