Owls – Group Overview

Owls are nocturnal and crepuscular birds of prey recognised by their upright posture, large forward-facing eyes, and silent flight. They occupy a wide range of habitats including forests, grasslands, wetlands, deserts, and human-dominated landscapes.

Owls belong to two closely related families: Strigidae (true owls) and Tytonidae (barn owls). Despite differences in appearance and vocalisations, all owls share specialised adaptations for hunting in low light, including exceptional hearing and soft, fringed feathers that reduce flight noise.

Owlets are simply smaller species within the owl lineage and are not a separate taxonomic group. Many owls prey on rodents, birds, reptiles, and insects, playing an important role in controlling prey populations.

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This section features photographs of owls and owlets documented across diverse habitats, highlighting variation in size, plumage, behaviour, and hunting strategies among species.

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Licensing & Prints

Selected photographs of owls and owlets are available for licensing and editorial use.
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