Subhana’llah: Owl (IMAGES)

 The flattened facial disk of an owl funnels sound to the bird’s ears and magnifies it as much as ten times to help the bird hear noises humans can’t detect. An owl has three eyelids: one for blinking, one for sleeping and one for keeping the eye clean and healthy. A group of owls is called a parliament, wisdom or study. Baby owls are called owlets.

Documentary: Magic of the Snowy Owl (Video)

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Owl Camouflage (IMAGE)

 Owls are found in all different habitats and there are different owl species found on all continents except Antarctica.

Snowy Owl (IMAGE/VIDEO)

 This yellow-eyed, black-beaked white bird is easily recognizable. It is 52–71 cm (20–28 in) long, with a 125–150 cm (49–59 in) wingspan. Also, these birds can weigh anywhere from 1.6 to 3 kg (3.5 to 6.6 lb). It is one of the largest species of owl and, in North America, is on average the heaviest owl species. The adult male is virtually pure white, but females and young birds have some dark scalloping; the young are heavily barred, and dark spotting may even predominate. Its thick plumage, heavily feathered taloned feet, and colouration render the Snowy Owl well-adapted for life north of the Arctic Circle.

Baby owl learning to fly (IMAGE)

 

 Owls can turn their heads as much as 270 degrees.