1. Home
  2. Education
  3. Animals / Wildlife

Owls - Order Strigiformes

Owls (Order Strigiformes) are a diverse group of birds that includes over 200 species. Many owls share characteristics such as strong talons, feathered legs, soft plummage, silent flight, keen hearing and eyesight. Their eyes face forward, requiring them to turn their head to see at different angles.
Ten Facts About Owls
Owls are a group of birds known for their distinct calls, nocturnal habits, and silent flight. Owls are familiar to many people because they are often depected in various ways in popular culture.
Owls (Order Strigiformes)
Owls (Order Strigiformes) are a diverse group of birds that includes over 200 species. Many owls share characteristics such as strong talons, feathered legs, soft plummage, silent flight, keen hearing and eyesight. Their eyes face forward, requiring them to turn their head to see at different angles.

Explore Animals / Wildlife

About.com Special Features

A Smarter Future

Tips that will help finance your education, excel in the classroom, and advance your career. More >

How to Ace the GRE

Being well prepared is the first step; here are more essential suggestions. More >

  1. Home
  2. Education
  3. Animals / Wildlife
  4. Birds
  5. Owls

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.