Owls are birds. Characteristics of birds include feathers, wings, beaks, and egg laying, all of which are shared by owls. Owls are owl-shaped birds with unique head shapes and special vision adapted to night hunting. Owl feathers are typically soft and dense, aiding flight and warmth. Their wings are structured for flight, allowing them to soar agilely through the air.

Like other birds, owls reproduce by laying eggs. Their eggs usually undergo an incubation process and the young birds hatch out. Owls play an important role in the ecosystem and are one of nature's predators.