OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaThe snowy owl is a big, beautiful bird with white feathers. It lives in cold, snowy places near the top of the world. Snowy owls are one of the coolest birds in the Arctic!
Snowy owls have bright yellow eyes that help them see really well. Their white feathers help them blend in with the snow. Boy snowy owls are almost all white, while girl snowy owls have dark spots on their feathers.
Snowy owls eat small animals like mice and rabbits. They fly very quietly so they can sneak up on their food. Their soft feathers help them make no sound at all when they swoop down!
- Snowy owls are one of the few owls that like to be awake during the day.
- They can turn their heads almost all the way around to look behind them.
- Snowy owls can spot a mouse from very far away, even when it is hiding under the snow!
