Fun Owl Facts for Kids
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fun owl facts for kids. Learn what owls eat, how they hunt, what a
group of owls is called and much more.
Read on and enjoy a variety of interesting information about owls.
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There are around 200 different owl species.
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Owls are active at night (nocturnal).
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A group of owls is called a parliament.
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Most owls hunt insects, small mammals and other birds.
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Some owl species hunt fish.
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Owls have powerful talons (claws) which help them catch and kill prey.
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Owls have large eyes and a flat face.
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Owls can turn their heads as much as 270 degrees.
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Owls are farsighted, meaning they can’t see things close to their eyes clearly.
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Owls are very quiet in flight compared to other birds of prey.
- The color of owl’s feathers helps them blend into their environment (camouflage).
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Barn owls can be recognized by their heart shaped face.
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