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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.

Closeup of an Eagle Owl

Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) sitting high up in a tree in a forest during winter. The bird of prey is resting and looking around in the woodland in Overijssel, Netherlands.

eagle owl near the tree

The Long-Eared Owl (Asio otus), also known as the Northern Long-Eared Owl, the Lesser Horned Owl, or Cat Owl

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Portrait of The Eurasian Eagle Owl

Eurasian Eagle Owl, Bubo Bubo, detail portrait in the rain, wildlife photo in the forest with a green background, Czech Republic. Bird in the forest, wildlife nature. Wildlife in the dark forest. Rainy weather

Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) sitting high up in a tree in a forest during winter. The bird of prey is resting and looking around in the woodland in Overijssel, Netherlands.

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

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Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) sitting high up in a tree in a forest during winter. The bird of prey is resting and looking around in the woodland in Overijssel, Netherlands.

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