The image is a photograph of a short-eared owl perched on a wooden post. The owl is facing towards the right side of the image and its head is turned slightly to the left. It has large, round, yellow eyes that are piercing and appear to be looking directly at the camera. Its body is covered in brown and white speckled feathers, and its wings are slightly spread out. The background is blurred, but it appears to be a dry, grassy field. The post is weathered and has a rough texture.