Tag #Barn Owl

What similarities exist between the barn owl's camouflage and counter-illumination strategies used by other animals?

The study suggests barn owls' white plumage allows them to approach prey undetected by matching the moonlight's brightness. This 'counter-illumination' effect is similar to light-colored undersides in some ocean fish. However, not all barn owls have white underbellies; some have reddish-brown plumage, and further research is needed to explore hunting success based on plumage color.