Northern Harrier Launch Group of birds its eyes—a piercing shade of

its eyes—a piercing shade of gold—met mine

touched by the soft hues of early dawn

Short-eared owl grasps nature's prize—

a perfect interplay of gentle hues and tidal whispers

Peace floats on the light

Northern Harrier Launch Group of birds its eyes—a piercing shade ofAs dusk approached, shadows lengthened and the air grew still, yet an instinctive urge stirred within him. With renewed determination, the harrier shifted his stance on the post. In one fluid motion, he launched himself skyward, strong wings beating against the chilling air. As his talons left the snow capped perch, a spray of snow crystals danced briefly in the dying light, casting fleeting sparkles across the landscape. Now, airborne, the "grey