OWL
WAIT: CALM
Owl is a Robimal who is calm when she waits.
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Meet a Real Owl
Cool Facts: Owls are fascinating birds known for their large eyes, ability to turn their heads almost all the way around, and silent flight. Their excellent night vision and keen hearing make them superb at navigating and finding food in the dark. Owls have been symbols of wisdom in many cultures for centuries.
Where They Live: Owls can be found in a variety of habitats all over the world, including forests, deserts, mountains, grasslands, and even urban areas. They prefer places where they can find plenty of trees or high perches for roosting.
Where They Sleep: Owls are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night and sleep during the day. They often roost in tree cavities, old barns, or other secluded spots where they can rest undisturbed.
Home Life and Social: Owls are generally solitary birds, but they do come together during the breeding season. Mother and father owls take turns caring for their eggs and chicks. The chicks stay in the nest until they are strong enough to fly and explore on their own.
Friendships: Owls are mostly solitary, but they can sometimes be seen in small family groups. They communicate with each other through a variety of hoots, screeches, and other calls, each serving different purposes like marking territory or calling for a mate.
What They Do for Fun: Owls are curious and enjoy exploring their surroundings. Young owls, known as owlets, are playful and often engage in activities like hopping and flapping their wings as they learn to fly. Owls also enjoy preening their feathers to keep them in top condition.
Size of the Animal: Owls come in various sizes. The smallest owl, the elf owl, is about 5 to 6 inches tall and weighs only around 1.4 ounces. The largest owl, the Eurasian eagle-owl, can be up to 28 inches tall with a wingspan of up to 6.6 feet, and it can weigh up to 10 pounds.
Power Level: Owls are powerful flyers with strong talons and sharp beaks. Their ability to fly silently allows them to navigate their environment without alerting other animals. Their keen senses of sight and hearing make them highly effective at detecting their surroundings.
Lifespan: Owls can live for many years, with some species living up to 25 years or more in the wild. In captivity, with proper care, they can live even longer.
First Known: Owls have been known to humans for thousands of years. They appear in ancient mythology and folklore from many cultures around the world. The ancient Greeks, for example, associated owls with Athena, the goddess of wisdom.
