How owls locate hidden prey beneath a blanket of snow
In short: When visual cues are obscured by winter weather, barn owls rely on an extraordinary auditory superpower to hunt for food.
This video explores the specialized hearing capabilities of the barn owl, specifically how it navigates environments where its sight is limited. By focusing on the bird's unique sensory adaptations, the content demonstrates how these biological tools allow the owl to detect and pinpoint prey hidden under snow.
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