Little owls are definitely not big and for some reason I have the idea that they look a bit angry all the time.
But how cute and adorable they are and to be able to photograph them like this is really super!
The little owl is a fascinating bird! It is a small owl species that is common in Europe and parts of Asia. They have a distinctive appearance with a round head, large yellow eyes and a cute, adorable look. Little owls are mostly 'active at night, hunting small mammals, insects and sometimes even birds.
The little owl prefers open landscapes with adequate shelter, such as agricultural areas, grasslands and forest edges. They are often found near trees, where they can make their nest, but they also need open areas to hunt.
They prefer areas with a mix of grassland and scrub as this helps them find prey such as mice and insects. Stone owls are also often seen near human settlements, where they use old buildings or barns as nesting sites.
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