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Yes, owls do have knees, but they are hidden under their feathers and not easily visible.
An owl’s leg structure is similar to that of many birds. What we often see as their “legs” are actually the lower part of their long legs, with the knees tucked up higher, close to the body, and covered by feathers. The part that’s most visible when they’re perched is their tibiotarsus (shin bone) and tarsometatarsus (foot/ankle area).
The knees play an essential role in enabling owls to land, perch, and move efficiently. Despite their knees being hidden, they are crucial for an owl’s mobility and balance, especially when capturing prey or flying silently through the night.
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Yes, owls do have knees, but they’re not immediately visible.
Owls’ knees are located higher up on their legs, hidden by feathers, which is why they can be hard to spot. What you see as the visible bend in their legs is actually their ankles. The upper part of an owl’s leg, where the knee is located, is often covered by thick feathers, giving the appearance that their legs are much shorter than they actually are.
Their knees function much like those of other birds, helping with movement, perching, and hunting. The long, strong legs and knees of owls allow them to pounce on prey with precision and force.