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Owl close up portrait

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo), species of eagle-owl resident in much of Eurasia

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) is a species of eagle-owl that resides in much of Eurasia.

Portrait of a barn owl, with yellow eyes. Very close up

side view of eagle owl

Siberian Eagle owl ( Bubo bubo )

Siberian Eagle Owl close up with nature background.

Close shot of the eyes of an eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo).

Beautiful birds eagle owl

eagle owl near the tree

Photo of the yellow eye of a grey eagle owl. Only part of its face is visible

This large owl with the distinctive face, large forward-facing eyes, horns and deep resonant call is associated with a number of superstitions. Like many other large owls, these are considered birds of ill omen. Their deep haunting calls if delivered from atop a house are considered to forebode the death of an occupant. A number of rituals involving the capture and killing of these birds have been recorded. Salim Ali notes a wide range of superstitions related to them but notes two as being particularly widespread. One is that if the bird is starved for a few days and beaten, it would speak like a human, predicting the future of the tormentor or bringing them wealth while the other involves the killing of the bird to find a lucky bone that moved against the current like a snake when dropped into a stream.Belief in these superstitions has led to the persecution of the species in many areas by tribal hunters. The capture of these birds is illegal under Indian law but an underground market continues to drive poaching.

Portrait of wild rock eagle owl holding on the branch of tree and rock. Close up shot of rock eagle owl.

Extreme close-up of a owl with it's wings in motion on a black background

A detailed portrait of an Eurasian Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) with distinctive orange eyes, feathers, and a blurred natural backdrop capturing its essence in the wilderness.

Portrait of Owl with a serious face

Close view of an Eurasian Eagle Owl

A closeup shot of an owl with brown eyes. Fauna concept

Owl looking at camera. Close-up of the eyes of a white owl. Birds Raptors. Medium-sized birds.

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Owl taking a pose

royal owl portrait

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo)

Bird of prey rotating its head

Eurasian Eagle Owl close up with nature background.

Majestic close-up view of a Eurasian eagle-owl displaying its piercing orange eyes and intricate plumage in a serene natural setting, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of raptors.

Close-up of the face of a Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) - Spain

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