That little but powerful raptor proves that size doesn't define power. The elf owl is much smaller compared to other owls. It is about 12-14 centimeters long, roughly the length of a small can of ...

Elf owls are compact little birds, with yellow eyes, short tails, no ear tufts and larger-than-usual heads for their body size ...

One theory behind the size discrepancy is that the males are more agile in order to efficiently catch their prey. The lightest species of owl is the Elf Owl. Around six inches tall when fully ...