An owl’s ‘shocking’ color should hinder hunting. Scientists may have figured out why it works
The barn owl’s brilliant white underbelly is the key to its success as a nocturnal hunter, allowing the bird to camouflage ...
There's been an increase in snowy owl sightings in Wisconsin in December
To the joy of wildlife watchers, snowy owls are being seen in Wisconsin more this winter than last, according to the ...
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Snowy owl struck and killed in McHenry County after drawing crowds of photographers
Scott Weidensaul says he was not surprised to hear that the snowy owl that attracted photographers and birdwatchers as it ...
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Barn owls camouflage themselves by mimicking the moon, scientists say
The plumage on its underbelly and wings is gleaming white, an unusual trait that in theory should make it more difficult for the owl to approach its prey undetected. Unlike the snowy owl ...
Rare snowy owl sighting thrills Bellevue community
BELLEVUE, Wash. — A snowy owl was spotted in Bellevue on Wednesday, the most recent notable sighting in King County in four years. Mariela Stockdale shared photos of the owl, which was spotted in the ...
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MassWildLife: 'Tis the season to see snowy owls
Why snowy owls are in Massachusetts in the winter Snowy owls spend most of the year in the cold Arctic tundra, but some snowy ...
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Blane Klemek Outdoors: Great grey owls a delight to see in nature
Thus, there should be no mistaking a great grey owl. Though appearing to be the largest of all owls, great horned owls and ...
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An owl’s ‘shocking’ color should hinder hunting. Scientists may have figured out why it works
The plumage on its underbelly and wings is gleaming white, an unusual trait that in theory should make it more difficult for the owl to approach its prey undetected. Unlike the snowy owl ...