A Pair Of Snowy Owls Have A Yap-Off, Leaving The Internet In Awe

There's arguably no bird more beautiful than a snowy owl, with its fluffy white feathers and cute, expressive face. They're gorgeous to look at, but have you ever had the privilege of listening to them communicate? Well, now's your chance, courtesy of the Oregon Zoo, which posted this charming YouTube video of the snowy owls parading around and excessively talking.

While the video strives to show off two snowy owls "strutting their fluff," according to the caption, what has viewers equally captivated is how talkative the owls are, making engaging hooting, grunting, and clacking, among other fascinating noises.

"I've never heard a snowy owl talk before. They're really expressive. Love their struts too," said one commenter after viewing the clip. Meanwhile, others piped in with comments like, "I wish I had an ounce of that swagger," and "kept hearing 'Staying Alive' as they were strutting." Indeed, they definitely know how to captivate an audience as some of the cutest owls to ever owl!

Snowy owls are standout birds of prey because of their large size, stunning white feathers, and big yellow eyes. They are some of the largest and heaviest owls in North America, weighing up to 6.5 pounds — the polar opposite of this rescued saw-whet owl that's smaller than a banana and weighs under 5 ounces.

Female snowy owls are often bigger than their male counterparts, who have the distinction of being almost pure white in adulthood as opposed to females, who have dark marks peppering their white plumage. Both are densely feathered, including around the legs and feet, helping the owls survive and thrive in the freezing temperatures of their native Arctic tundra.

Unlike most other owls, snowy owls often hunt during the day and spend a lot of time on the ground or perched on rocks and logs. So, when you see them at a zoo or wildlife sanctuary, they will most likely be low to the ground or walking around. Make sure to snap a pic, as they are a rare find indeed! And, if you're looking for more interesting owl facts, check out this owl that's "mom" to nearly 500 foster babies.