Oh yeah, it is hard to get shots of these guys as well. I've been trying to get just one shot of a kingfisher that lives down by the creek... so far no luck. Great shot .. and the thorns just add to the whole image.
Nicely done all around!! and welcome aboard!!!
You're going to have to tell me again where those owls are! wow!
AND - I have to agree that the photo of your dad with the elephant - there's something very intriguing about it!