This is a close-up, medium shot photograph of a taxidermied Eurasian Eagle-Owl displayed in a museum

This is a close-up, medium shot photograph of a taxidermied Eurasian Eagle-Owl displayed in a museum. The owl's large, bright orange eyes are the focal point, dominating the left side of the frame. Its facial disc and prominent ear tufts are visible, with detailed feather patterns in shades of brown, black, and tan. The owl's body feathers are also richly textured. In the background, other taxidermied birds are visible in display cases. To the left, a small chick with downy feathers stands on a glass shelf, with a label showing the number '8'. Further back, a light-colored bird with a red beak is partially obscured. To the right, another bird of prey, possibly a falcon or hawk, is mounted on a wooden log, with a label showing the number '27'. Further to the right, another display case shows a bird with green and brown plumage. A label with the number '29' is visible in the far background. The lighting appears to be artificial, casting a warm, orange glow on the background. The environment suggests an indoor exhibition, likely a natural history museum. The overall presentation is that of a curated collection. This image was captured in the city of The Hague, Netherlands, likely at Naturalis Biodiversity Center, which houses extensive ornithological collections.