About Owls

Owls are very popular all over the world since they have mysterious atmosphere and friendly image. I also like Owls because they are cute and look like clever. Then, I’d like to introduce about Owls.

They are nocturnal bird and live forest, and they eat mice or rabbits. Their eyes are very useful to catch the prey, since they can see little and distant things even if they are in dark place. I think this characteristic makes mysterious image as “the birds which have a foresight” in Aesop’s Fables.

Since Owls are also said to clever, they sometimes use as a symbol of library. That image causes the superstitions all over the world. For example, In Greek myths, owls are said to “the birds manage scholarship, art, and intelligence”. In Europe, owls are the symbol of wisdom and trust.

Moreover, Owls said to the bird bring good luck in Korea and Japan. Every Korean family put the savings box shaped Owls on their home as the auspicious god. And Owls are called “Hukurou” in Japanese, it means “not to have trouble”, and “age richly.”

In addition, Owls have big eyes and cute mannerisms, and I think it makes friendly image for many people. Recently, many goods of Owls are sold, and sometimes Owls exhibition are held all over the world. They also appeared on the movie, “Harry Potter,” and flourished very much. It is very interesting that Owl have many fans though they don’t live near of us.

Therefore, we can say Owls are very popular all over the world because they are not only cute, but also have a lot of good images.