Owls are silent predators, thanks to their legs, key tools for stealth. I’ve noticed owls’ legs are long, concealed in dense plumage, giving an illusion of shortness. Their hidden length helps minimize wind resistance and noise in flight, making their hunting technique amazingly silent. Owl`s feathers also help to muffle the sound during flight. Engineers … Continue reading The Power of Silence: Owl Legs and Stealth