The northern pygmy owl is the smallest owl in Canada and is a ferocious and patient little hunter of the forest. Note how it has drawn its feathers close to its body in preparation for a swift attack on some birds. /LEON LORENZ Related Posts:Through the lens with Leon LorenzBirds of a featherNorthern FlickerToo close for comfortLightning storm Post navigation Letter: Will history repeat itself?Editorial: What is Canada’s energy vision?