Tawny Could Use an Umbrella

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From David Driver

The Tawny Owl's hearing is ten times better than a human's, and it can hunt using this sense alone in the dark of a woodland on an overcast night, but the patter of raindrops makes it difficult to detect faint sounds, and prolonged wet weather can lead to starvation if the owl cannot hunt effectively.

When wet, an owl's ability to fly-and especially to fly silently-is reduced, making it harder for them to hunt or escape danger. During downpours, owls will often seek shelter in dense trees or hidden spots to stay dry. A wet owl can look dramatically different: skinny, ruffled, and almost unrecognisable