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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Mandarin duck, Richmond Park, London, England
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World Children s Day
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Manarola, Cinque Terre National Park, Liguria, Italy
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Cross this bridge if you dare
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Great on so many levels
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The roots of invention
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Maloja, Switzerland
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World Architecture Day
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Mute swan
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Lake Bled, Slovenia
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Strolling across the Red Lagoon
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Reflections of the night sky
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Penguin Awareness Day
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Mount Hamilton, near San Jose, California
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Don t go chasing waterfalls
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Rays on parade
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Even nature needs a backup plan…
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A wild, craggy corner of the United States
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Singing praises of the oceans
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Our Lady of the Rocks
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Burns Night in Scotland
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Koala in the Great Otway National Park, Australia
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Shhh, the movie is about to start
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The Great Glen
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Stari Most in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Celebrating Festivus
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Fish River Canyon, Namibia
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Flower of Life symbol drawn in snow
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Northern gannets, Shetland Islands, Scotland
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European Day of Parks
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