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Portrait of a snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) against a dark background.

eagle owl near the tree

Bubo scandiacus or Snowy Owl - Front view

Brown owl's eyes, close-up photo

A photo of a Snow Owl looking in the line of Camera against green background. High quality photo

Siberian Eagle owl ( Bubo bubo )

Owl in captivity on Vancouver Island.

Owl IN captured

owl in a zoo cage. close-up of an owl

Owl taking a pose

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.

A close-up of a magnificent owl, captured during the day, showcasing its striking, vibrant orange eyes. The sharp contrast between the owl's soft, earthy feathers and the intense orange hue of its eyes draws immediate attention, giving it a mesmerizing, almost hypnotic appearance. The intricate details of its feathers are visible in the bright daylight, with the sunlight casting a soft glow on its face. The owl’s eyes, full of wisdom and mystery, seem to pierce through the lens, making this majestic creature appear both fierce and captivating in its serene daytime setting.

Image of Eastern Screech Owl detail of back of head as it looks out to hunt

burrowing owl

Wildlife nature.

A majestic and iconic Arctic owl, the snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) is known for its white plumage and yellow eyes.

Burrowing Owl

Spotted Eagle Owl at the West Sussex Falconry

A Tawny Owl perching on a tree trunk in woodland scenic

eurasian owl, eurasian owl, bubo bubo

A closeup shot of a Eurasian Eagle-owl

Portrait of a eagle owl, Bubo bubo, bright eyed captive at a falconry festival.

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.

Close up snowy owl eye with wooden background

Single eagle owl flying with flapping wings near the woodland edge and open wetlands.

Little owl close-up portrait. British Wildlife Centre, Lingfield. They undertake rescue and breeding programmes for release into the wild.

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