Nature Walk Episode 15 | Day Owl

"Day Owl"
Seeing an owl out during the daytime is unusual but not unheard of. Most owls are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night, using their exceptional night vision and acute hearing to hunt. However, some species—such as the Northern Hawk Owl and Burrowing Owl—are diurnal or crepuscular, meaning they can be active during the day or at dawn/dusk.
If a typically nocturnal owl is seen in the daytime, it might be:
Disturbed from its roost,Nesting nearby,Hungry or stressed, leading it to hunt outside its usual hours,Young or inexperienced, still learning optimal hunting times Despite their mysterious reputation as night creatures, some owls adapt well to daytime activity, especially in environments where their prey is more available during daylight.

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