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Little Owl Stood On A Post

little owl in the attic of a house (Athene noctua)

Wildlife nature.

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

A Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) perched and resting in a tree, bird of prey.

burrowing owl

Owl taking a pose

Owl IN captured

small baby owl bird close portrait with black eyes foreground view

side view of eagle owl

bird that rests on a branch but is alert to predators

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.

Owl.

Little Owl Stood On A Post With Pink Campion Wild Flower In The Foreground

A northern saw-whet owl is perched in sunlight, showcasing its distinctive feather patterns. Soft greenery frames the owl, creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Smart looking nosy burrowing owl with big eyes looking into the camera. Focused on eyes and beak. Blurred brown background and landscape format.

raptor in introd in val aoste in italy

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

a captive Little Owl (Athene noctua) standing on a wooden perch with a green background

A Tawny Owl perching on a tree trunk in woodland scenic

Wildlife nature.

Snowy owl ,Monochrome

Siberian Eagle Owl close up with nature background.

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

Northern hawk-owl (Surnia ulula). Wild life animal. looking for pray

Eurasian Eagle Owl in Zoo. Belgrade City, Serbia.

Little Owl Stood On A Post With Pink Campion Wild Flower In The Foreground

Adult little owl unusual pose ib branch

Owl in captivity on Vancouver Island.

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