With its heart-shaped face and silent flight, the barn owl is one of the most fascinating nocturnal birds of prey in our countryside. Sometimes nicknamed the "white lady," it is recognizable by its pale plumage and large, dark eyes that give it keen vision in the dark.
An efficient hunter, it feeds mainly on small rodents, thus playing a valuable role in the balance of ecosystems. Surprisingly, its flight is completely silent thanks to the particular structure of its feathers, which allows it to approach its prey without being heard. Another curiosity is its shrill and surprising cries, which have long led to its being associated with legends.
This Papo figurine captures the lifelike appearance of a barn owl with striking realism: finely detailed plumage, an intense gaze, and an elegant posture. An ideal model to complete a collection of wild animals, invent mysterious stories, or educate children about nocturnal birds of prey.