Athene Noctua (Noun)
Meaning
Small European owl.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Athene noctua is a small European owl that is also known as the Little Owl or simply the Owl.
- Athene noctua is known for its distinctive hooting call, which sounds much like a loud, mournful laugh.
- In the wild, Athene noctua can be found in a variety of habitats, including open countryside and woodland edges.
- The Athene noctua is a small, fierce-looking owl with a round head and forward-facing eyes.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the declining populations of Athene noctua in some parts of Europe.