Britannica
Sources used in this answer
How do great horned owls use body posture while singing?
Created from Britannica articles
using AI.
AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.
owl
Great horned owl (Bubo virginianus).
When singing, the male great horned owl (Bubo virginianus) utilizes specific body postures to communicate visually alongside its vocalizations. During each song, the owl bows deeply and raises its tail over its back.1