If you’ve ever been to a natural wildlife preserve or even visited an owl sanctuary, you are probably aware of how important owls are to the environment and our ecosystem. As its name suggests, the owl is commonly known for its excellent night vision and hunting skills.
As we mentioned before, owls have some interesting superstitions about them that most people aren’t even aware of. If you ask us though, it is no wonder why so many people around the world hold such strong beliefs about these birds. Here are some of the most prevalent myths and superstitions surrounding owls:
What is the superstition with owls?
Some people believe that owls are witches, or even servants to Lucifer. They also have a lot of bad luck associated with them. For example, it is said that if an owl kills a cat, the person who owns the cat will die.
But what is the truth behind these myths and superstitions? Are they true or false?
1. Owls are witches
This myth has been around for centuries and stems from the idea that owls are symbols of evil since they can see in the dark. The thinking goes that witches use darkness to confuse their victims so they don’t know where to run when faced with danger; therefore, owls may be witches’ partners in crime as well.
2. Owls were once used as weapons
The idea of using owls as weapons has been around for a long time but it was more common during wars than today. It was believed that by having an owl near your enemies you would scare them away from their positions on the battlefield and cause chaos among their ranks. There is no evidence to support this theory though and recent studies show that having an owl near you reduces stress levels by 40 percent!
What does it mean if an owl visits you?
Some people believe that when an owl visits you, it means that luck is on your side. One way to make sure that the owl visits you is to have a little luck charm with you. These charms are typically a small, round piece of metal or wood that has been blessed by a church or priest. You can also hold on to a piece of jewelry with some property in it, like a stone from your deceased relative’s memorial necklace or something from the forest. Or, if you have the ability to make one yourself, create a small charm out of clay and give it away for good luck!
Another popular belief about owls is that they bring bad luck, so if someone hangs an owl in their window to ward off bad spirits, it will actually be good luck!
Really though, who knows what kind of meaning this particular animal holds?
Is it good to have owls around your house?
Owls have a reputation for being the creepy bird, but they actually make quite the adorable pet.
Generally, people who love owls tend to be environmentalists and those who are in tune with nature. When you come home to your cute little owl, she will sit on your shoulder or look out of the window at passersby. She does not have any predatory tendencies and loves being close to humans.
However, it is important that you take into account her size when considering whether or not an owl would be a good fit for your family. A pet owl can get big enough that she won’t be able to fly away from danger if she gets scared. In fact, many of the most popular owls are often illegally smuggled across borders and sold as pets because their wild habitats have been destroyed by humans and climate change.
So before you take on the responsibility of taking care of an owl, think about how much time you plan on spending with her every day and how much space you want her to have around your home!
What does it mean when an owl visits you at night?
Owls are often associated with the idea that they bring good luck. When an owl flies by your home, it’s said to be a sign that the person living there is going to have a prosperous year. This superstition dates back hundreds of years and is still prevalent today. If you see an owl when you wake up in the morning or dream about one at night, this means you will have an abundance of fortune throughout the coming year.
An owl appearing in your dreams means that you will gain wisdom through those dreams and insight into new things that are just around the corner. It also indicates you will receive guidance on important decisions and find yourself moving forward with a positive outlook on life every single day.
If a black owl comes to visit you, it means trouble will befall you soon. This has been passed down for generations, but with modern technology it may be difficult to know if this superstition is true or not. For example, if someone saw a black owl while driving and had an accident later that day, would it really be because of their dream? We’re betting not!
When an owl lands near your home and makes noise, this means something bad is about to happen within the next few days. If owls make noise in the morning hours when everything seems empty, there’s no need to worry as everything should go back to normal soon enough. However, if owls start making noise during daylight hours like they always
