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According to ancient mythology and symbolism, owls are known most commonly for their wisdom. They also represent patience, intelligence and protection.
Lastly, they convey keen sight, and here's a quote which was said by Henri Amiel:
"We are all visionairies, and what we see is our soul in things."
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∙ 12y agoeyes-to see during the night when their main meal(rodents) come outy
ears-to hear when their predetors are near
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∙ 13y agoWhy owls are considered wise is, because in Greek Mythology, the goddess Athena is the goddess of wisdom, and her symbolic animal is an owl.
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Why do people put up statues of owls?
Because owls are wise..... I guess..
What does as wise as an owl mean?
From ancient times, people have considered the owl a symbol of wisdom. This is probably because the owl has a serious look/face, perhaps leading people to think they're wise. Wise as an owl can mean wise as the symbol of wisdom. It can also be a reference to the behavior of the owl in the nursery rhyme: A wise old owl lived in an oak The more he saw the less he spoke The less he spoke the more he heard. Why can't we all be like that wise old bird? Wise as an owl means the person being described is very wise, and probably knows a lot of information.
Do owls eat insects?
Smaller owls, such as Burrowing Owls and Screech Owls, do eat insects on occasion.
Do owls mate with other animals?
NO! owls mate owls & dogs mate dogs!
Why are owls becoming extinct?
Visit the web site of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and they will have a list of owls in the U.S. the laughing owl
Why was athenas symbol a dove?
actually i think it was an owl that's why owls are considered wise
Why are owls not wise?
you only think there wise
Are owls wise or not?
fashooo
Why do people put up statues of owls?
Because owls are wise..... I guess..
How is an owls personality?
people are the owls because owls are the symbol of wisdom and only humans have the ability to be wise.
What is a wise bird called?
Most people associate Owls with being wise.
What makes owls wise?
experience from their lives.
What are owls associated with?
Owls tend to be associated with wisdom, evil, Halloween and such.
Are owls really smart?
Owls are very smart, it is the human that thinks owls are stupid. The French believe the 'ear tuft' owls are wise, when in fact all owls are quick to learn.
What owls were companions to the goddess Athene?
Both were wise.
What animal is wise?
Well, a owl is considered wise, like the wise old owl, but owls are not that wise. All animals are wise in there own way. Monkeys are very very smart animals. But actually humans are one of the great apes, we are animals, so the wisest animal is probably human. Monkeys come after humans I think. E
Are Barn Owls smart?
Hi i am a zookeeper at Marwell zoo Owls are not particularly bright them being wise is actually a myth sorry to burst your bubble guys - I don't know if they really are or not, but I know why owls are considered wise. That is because, in Greek Mythology, the goddess Athena is the goddess of wisdom, and her symbolic animal is an owl.
