Owls have got to be the cutest birds out there! They are so fluffy, and who wouldn’t love those big expressive eyes! Beyond being cute, their species is known for being a silent night predator.
Their lack of sound has a lot to do with their feathers. They have special feathers that help break turbulence into smaller currents, which reduces the sound made when flying.
Their soft down (the reason they look fluffy) also helps to muffle and absorb sound. You can learn more about them coming out at night from these night owl quotes!
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