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Your students can use this database to see how the contents of their pellets compare with those of other Barn Owl pellets from all over the United States.
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This section provides basic insight into the lives of owls.
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Learn about the two distinct families of owls.
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Owls have a high metabolism and must hunt frequently. Find out more about their prey and hunting habits here.
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See how Barn Owl Pellets, the byproducts of digestion, were the key to solving the mystery of Darwin’s Large-Beaked Ground Finch.
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Learn about the various methods owls use to hunt their prey.
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See how many other types of birds may assault owls, in a method known as mobbing.
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Learn about the vulnerabilities of owls and their average life expectancy.
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Barn Owls are renowned for making nests in manmade structures, but most other species of owl seek out shelter away from the influence of man.
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See the bone chart of the brown rat.
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Here are some suggestions for an owl pellet inquiry sure to engage your students.
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This manual takes you through the process for dissecting owl pellets with follow-up questions.
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Owl pellets offer an excellent opportunity for students at all grade levels to engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
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The dissection of owl pellets can provide a valuable learning experience for students at all grade levels. The following guidelines will help to ensure that this activity is done in a safe fashion.
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A good way to observe owls without disturbing them is to listen to their calls instead of trying to see them up close. Learn more here.
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See how cultures throughout history have attributed negative and positive characteristics to owls.
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Learn about owl sight, hearing, feet and talons, flight, and feathers here.
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Injured owls require immediate care by licensed and experienced raptor rehabilitators.
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Here you’ll learn about the reproductive habits of owls and how they rear their young.
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Do you want to teach your students to think like scientists? Do you want to incorporate more inquiry and science notebooking in your classes? Then exploring owl pellets is the perfect project.
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The secret lives of owls
