Why do owls stay up all night?
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Why do owls stay up all night? Let's wonder together!
As the sun goes down, many owls wake up and stretch their wings. Night is their busy time.
Their big eyes can use tiny bits of moonlight, and their ears hear soft sounds. This helps them find food in the dark.
Owls fly quietly over fields while small animals are moving about. Then, when morning comes, many owls rest.
So that's why many owls stay up at night. Their bodies are great at seeing, hearing, and flying in the dark!
For grown-ups: the science
Many owls are awake at night because their eyes, ears, and quiet wings help them find food in the dark.
Many owl species are nocturnal, though some are active at dawn, dusk, or daytime. Their large light-sensitive eyes, excellent hearing, and specialized wing feathers support hunting in low light and quiet flight.