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
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Walton Lighthouse, Santa Cruz, California
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Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Star Wars Day
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Castle Stalker, Argyll, Scotland
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World Meteorological Day
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Dance of the egret
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Extraterrestrial Culture Day
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Bowling Ball Beach in Mendocino County, California
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World Lizard Day
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Stari Most in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Of moles and liquid nitrogen
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Wahclella Falls, Oregon
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Sounds of Bach come to Bath
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China s colorful terraced pools
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World Oceans Day
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Vasco da Gama Bridge, Lisbon, Portugal
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Christmas market at Belvedere Palace in Vienna
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European fallow deer in England
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South Padre Island, Texas
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Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming
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Chaco Culture National Historical Park, New Mexico
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Kirkilai lakes, Biržai Regional Park, Lithuania
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Let the games begin
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Australian baobab tree, Kimberley region, Western Australia
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Summer winds down in the Southern Hemisphere
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Independence Day
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Zoroaster Temple, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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National Mountain Climbing Day
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Buddha in the roots of a tree, Ayutthaya, Thailand
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Fall comes to the Last Frontier
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