Optical illusions are very effective at deceiving our brains and provide an excellent exercise for our brain cells. They help ...

Last month in Virginia, news reports told the story of a barred owl that shimmied down a chimney and perched on the family’s ...

Owls, with their earth-toned feathers, are masters of camouflage. But not the barn owl. Adorned with striking white plumage and an odd heart-shaped face, you might think the owl’s conspicuous ...

Owl attacks are rare, WDFW said, and the animals will often hoot before attacking a human. If an owl does appear to be coming down to attack someone, WDFW advised people to wave their arms to ...

Just being touched by a human can stress them out. An owl's human owner may be soothed by its very presence. But for the owl, being locked up in a cramped cage and tethered by a leash must be ...