Night Vision
The 270-degree view on these nocturnal hunters
Owl's Wisdom
Owls can rotate their heads up to 270 degrees without damaging blood vessels.
They have specialized feathers enabling nearly silent flight, allowing them to sneak up on prey.
Owls' eyes are tubular rather than spherical, giving them excellent night vision but limited eye movement.
The tufts on an owl's head, often mistaken for ears, are actually for camouflage and communication.
Some species of owls can hear prey under several feet of snow thanks to their exceptional hearing.
Owls swallow their prey whole, then regurgitate indigestible parts like bones and fur as pellets.
The Eurasian eagle-owl is one of the largest owl species, with a wingspan of up to 6.5 feet.
Owls are found on every continent except Antarctica, adapting to a wide range of habitats.
Baby owls are called owlets and are covered in a soft down that helps them stay warm.
The Great Horned Owl can close its feet with a force of 28 pounds, enough to crush bone.
Meet Pima, the Owl
Pima was smaller than her siblings were, but her parents’ love for her was just as great. Pima wanted to prove to her family that she could fly. After she falls from the nest, she must use her wits and courage to survive. Will her mother find her in time? This thrilling tale teaches children about bravery and the power of a mother’s love. Read about Pima's adventure and learn more about owls.
Owls are amazing parents! When it is time for baby owls, called owlets, to learn how to fly, the parents gently encourage them by calling them and placing food just out of reach to motivate them to flap their wings and practice. At first, the owlets might hop and flutter, but soon they get stronger and start soaring through the sky. Owl families are very close. Both parents take care of the owlets, bringing them food and keeping them warm.
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Life is a Hoot
Owls are known for their mysterious hoots, but they make all kinds of sounds. Besides hooting, owls screech, whistle, and even hiss. The hooting sound is usually how they talk to each other or defend their territory. Some owls also make high-pitched calls or screeches, especially when scared or trying to warn others. Each species of owl has unique calls.
Barn owls have an extraordinary sense of hearing that helps them hunt in complete darkness. Their heart-shaped faces act like satellite dishes, collecting sound and directing it to their ears, located at slightly different heights on their heads. This unique ear placement allows barn owls to pinpoint exactly where a sound is coming from, whether a mouse rustling in the grass or a small animal hiding under leaves. Even if they can't see their prey, barn owls can rely on sound alone to swoop down and catch their next meal with amazing accuracy
