Discover the secret life of owls and learn why they are awake at night while others are sleeping. Perfect for curious 7-year-olds!
Owls are fascinating birds that are very different from us! People and most animals usually sleep at night when it’s dark. But did you know that owls are nocturnal? This means they are awake during the night and sleep during the day.
So, why do owls stay awake at night? It's because they have special eyes that can see really well in the dark! This helps them find food, like mice and small animals, when it’s quiet.
Also, being awake at night helps them avoid other animals that might want to eat them, like hawks or eagles. Owls use their hearing too—they can hear tiny sounds, which helps them catch their dinner!
In the daytime, they're busy resting in trees or hiding in their nests because they need to save energy for their nighttime adventures. So next time you see an owl, remember that it’s just starting its day while everyone else is going to bed!