6 SURPRISING FACTS ABOUT OWLS

SURPRISING FACTS ABOUT OWLS

Owls possess specialized feathers that minimize noise, enabling them to fly nearly silently and catch their prey by surprise

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Thanks to extra vertebrae in their necks, owls can rotate their heads up to 270 degrees

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Many owl species have asymmetrical ear placements that enhance their ability to pinpoint sounds accurately

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Their large eyes are adapted to low-light conditions, providing them with excellent night vision

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Owls often swallow their prey whole, then regurgitate indigestible parts such as bones and fur as pellets

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With two toes pointing forward and two backward, owls can grip prey and perch securely

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