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Portrait of a Canadian Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) against a black background.

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo), species of eagle-owl resident in much of Eurasia

Close view of an Eurasian Eagle Owl

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.

side view of eagle owl

Siberian Eagle owl ( Bubo bubo )

Owl in captivity on Vancouver Island.

The Eagle owl with big yellow eyes

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo)

Portrait of a barn owl, with yellow eyes. Very close up

Owl taking a pose

A detailed image of an owl resting on a tree branch, showcasing its striking feathers and piercing eyes against a warm, golden-toned background, emphasizing the bird's natural beauty and serene elegance.

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.

Blakiston's Fish Owl (Bubo blakistoni) in Hokkaido, Japan

Animal photography, eagle owl on black background

Portrait of Owl with a serious face

Photo of the yellow eye of a grey eagle owl. Only part of its face is visible

A striking close-up of a majestic Buffy Fish Owl, capturing its intense gaze and distinctive tufts in a dimly lit natural habitat, surrounded by shadowy foliage. The image conveys mystery and wilderness.

Owl close up portrait

Siberian Eagle Owl close up with nature background.

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eagle owl near the tree

Close shot of the eyes of an eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo).

Eagle Owl ( Eurasian eagle-owl) Close up

Majestic close-up view of a Eurasian eagle-owl displaying its piercing orange eyes and intricate plumage in a serene natural setting, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of raptors.

A brown owl with yellow eyes is looking at the camera. The owl is sitting on a branch and he is curious about the photographer

Up-close shot of great-horned owl

Close up of a Eurasian Eagle Owl against a dark background.

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