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:Pygmy OwlPygmy-Owl tj watt old treesBirds of a featherToo close for comfortLeon Lorenz-crop Post navigation Letter: Will history repeat itself?Editorial: What is Canada’s energy vision?