The Barn Owl (Tyto alba) is a widespread and easily recognizable species of owl. It is famous for its distinctive appearance. Here are some key details about the Barn Owl:
Rare Facts About the Barn Owl:
They are mostly found on every continent except Antarctica and prefer to live in open habitats like rural areas, green regions, or grasslands. The most shocking thing is that during flight, they create no sound.
Their size is about 30–40 cm in length, with a wingspan of 80–100 cm. Their eyes appear dark and soulful, unlike other owls whose eyes are yellow or orange. A heart-shaped white facial disc can be seen, edged with golden-buff feathers.
They mostly feed on small insects and mammals like rodents, mice, and voles. At night, they explore their surroundings to hunt their target. As soon as they get a chance, they silently fly in to detect the prey. Within a second, they kill their target.
They have asymmetrical ears, which help them listen to slow sounds and detect the exact vertical and horizontal location of a sound. This helps them find their prey.
Barn Owls don’t build nests. They live on a compacted layer of their own fur and some parts of bones. They also lay eggs on it.
