From Blackland Prairie Raptor Center

Did you know that owls can control each of their plumicorns (ear tufts) individually? This Great Horned Owl is giving us a demonstration of its plumicorns.

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    14 days ago

    Believe it or not, this is peak masculinity.

    Flanno and garden gloves while holding an owl.

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      14 days ago

      I do too. I see some people try to say they’re used as part of their camouflage, but they seem way too small for that. I think they’re more for emoting. They do help with looking angry and surprised!