Tawny Owl Painting

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A painting of a beautiful Tawny Owl sitting on a mossy tussock, perhaps having just feasted on a vole. Tawny owls are birds of prey that are often heard in Autumn, but are very seldom seen, they are one of UK's most elusive birds.

Their mottled plumage is striking and designed for camouflage. Specially adapted feathers mean Tawny Owl wings are silent in flight. Soft, furry upper surfaces and a fringe on the leading edge of the outer primaries make this possible. Only male tawnys 'hoot', females 'kewick'. An interesting fact: there are no tawny owls in Ireland.