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This large owl with the distinctive face, large forward-facing eyes, horns and deep resonant call is associated with a number of superstitions. Like many other large owls, these are considered birds of ill omen. Their deep haunting calls if delivered from atop a house are considered to forebode the death of an occupant. A number of rituals involving the capture and killing of these birds have been recorded. Salim Ali notes a wide range of superstitions related to them but notes two as being particularly widespread. One is that if the bird is starved for a few days and beaten, it would speak like a human, predicting the future of the tormentor or bringing them wealth while the other involves the killing of the bird to find a lucky bone that moved against the current like a snake when dropped into a stream.Belief in these superstitions has led to the persecution of the species in many areas by tribal hunters. The capture of these birds is illegal under Indian law but an underground market continues to drive poaching.

The evil eyes. The Eagle Owl, Bubo bubo.

Orange-coloured eyes of an owl, close-up. Long-eared Owl, Asio otus.

A detailed portrait of an Eurasian Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) with distinctive orange eyes, feathers, and a blurred natural backdrop capturing its essence in the wilderness.

Frontal Close-up view of an Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo)

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Siberian Eagle owl ( Bubo bubo )

European Eagle Owl - Close-up Portrait

Portrait of an owl in the zoo.

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Beautiful black and white photo of the face of a lonely long-eared owl

The Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) is a species of eagle-owl that resides in much of Eurasia.

Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) resting on a wooden perch in a Danish wildlife enclosure with a rustic backdrop. The owl exhibits distinctive plumage and vivid orange eyes, embodying the essence of nature.

Portrait of Owl with a serious face

Close-up of the face of a Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) - Spain

A large owl with yellow eyes is staring at the camera. The owl's head is tilted to the side, and its eyes are wide open, giving it a curious and alert appearance. Concept of mystery and intrigue

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Owl big starring eyes cute looking Standing on perch on walking street in Pattaya Thailand

Young African Eagle Owl looking at the camera,, isolated on white

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Close shot of the eyes of an eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo).

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The long-eared owl, Asio otus, preys on small mammals and birds.

Majestic close-up view of a Eurasian eagle-owl displaying its piercing orange eyes and intricate plumage in a serene natural setting, showcasing the beauty and grandeur of raptors.

Portrait of yellow eye owl isolated on white background. Watercolor style.

Great Horned Owl, Bubo virginianus, is a large owl native to the Americas. It is an adaptable bird with a vast range and is the most widely distributed true owl in the Americas. Kalispell, Montana.

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