Silent hunters of the night sky, owls are among the most intriguing creatures in the animal kingdom. Their ability to turn their heads up to 270 degrees—combined with silent flight and exceptional night vision—showcases their remarkable adaptations. With over 200 species found across the globe, these birds contribute to ecological balance and are deeply woven into cultural traditions. Celebrated annually on August 4, International Owl Awareness Day not only honors their presence in nature but also raises awareness about the threats they face.
Great gray owls in their nest, Finland
Today in History
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Zion National Park, Utah
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Sands of time
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International Day of Peace
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Drop in on International Surfing Day
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Star Wars Day
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Canada Day
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Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel and the Louvre Pyramid
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Manatee Appreciation Day
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Brown-throated three-toed sloth in cecropia tree, Costa Rica
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Taiwan yuhinas in Alishan National Scenic Area
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The dog days of summer
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Presidents Day
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Panda Day
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Delicate Arch, Arches National Park, Utah
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What’s blooming in New Zealand?
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St. Paul Winter Carnival
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Mountain goats
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Oh, happy day!
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Let s get lost
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Young black caiman, Tambopata National Reserve, Peru
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National Park Week: Olympic National Park, Washington
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Earth Day and National Park Week
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Colle Santa Lucia, Dolomites, Italy
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An octagonal architectural treasure
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Milky Way over Zabriskie Point, California
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The Cutty Sark turns 150
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A Eurasian red squirrel in Switzerland
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A Carpathian Christmas celebration
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Welcome to the drainpipe of the Pacific
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World Lake Day in the Faroe Islands