7 Unique Facts About Snowy Owl
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The Snowy Owl is a large, heavily feathered white owl with striking yellow eyes, lacking prominent ear tufts.
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Unlike many owls, snowy owls are most active during the day, though they may hunt at night.
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Their soft, powerful feathers enable soundless flight, allowing them to approach prey undetected.
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Their dense feathers, which cover their legs and feet, are crucial for insulation against extreme cold.
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They have impressive wingspans, with some reaching up to 6 feet wide, and are capable of flying at high speeds of up to 60 mph.
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They construct their nests on the ground by scraping a shallow depression, sometimes decorating it with dead lemmings.
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Snowy owls typically form monogamous mating pairs for the breeding season.
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They are nomadic, travelling across the Arctic and occasionally migrating to more temperate regions during colder months.
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