Owls Fly Silently

Owls Fly Silently
Most birds make noise when they fly. They create turbulence as their wings touch the air. Owls, however, fly silently. These birds of prey have wide wings and small bodies. They don’t need to flap very much. An owl’s velvety feathers also contribute to the silence. The air passes easily through their soft wings without creating a sound. Silent flight allows owls to sneak up on their prey. Velvety feathers do have one drawback. They aren’t waterproof. In a rainstorm, owls have difficulty staying warm and finding food to eat.

1. Owls fly silently, while most birds create turbulence.
2. It is useful for an owl to have soft feathers on its wings because the air can pass through it easily. Silent flight allows owls to sneak up on their prey.
3. Rain can be deadly to owls because their feathers aren’t waterproof. Rain makes owls cold and makes it difficult for them to hunt.