As nocturnal hunters, owls are aerodynamically optimized for stealthy flying. This clip from BBC Earth demonstrates just how quiet a barn owl is in flight compared to a pigeon or Keep reading
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The Silence of Owls
Owls are nearly silent hunters, able to swoop down on their prey without the rush of air over their wings giving away their approach, thanks to several key features of Keep reading
The Silence of Owls
Owls are among the most silent hunters in nature, thanks to their feathers. The leading edge of the wing, shown in the bottom part of the photo, has a serrated Keep reading