Lately, a few owls have been going viral without putting any effort into it. All they had to do was take a nap! Yes, they did it face down. Yes, they looked unbelievably cute and as if they just got back from a night of heavy drinking at the same time. And yes, probably 99% of people wouldn't even have known about it if it wasn't for the internet... OK, maybe their popularity is perfectly reasonable; maybe I'm just jealous of it. Journalist Mark Rees is responsible for arguably the most successful sleeping owl PR campaign. A pic he tweeted has received over 119K likes, catapulting the series to Internet stardom on all sorts of platforms including Twitter, Facebook, Imgur, and, of course, Reddit. Continue scrolling and check out the irresistible birds that everyone is obsessing over for yourself. Chances are, you'll release at least a dozen "w" worth of "aww". Click here & follow us for more lists, facts, and stories. #1 © Photo: fs_harajuku To be honest, we couldn't back up or dismiss Rees' explanation that the young owls do so because their heads are too heavy. All that we know is that they really do nap like this. The National Audubon Society, a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to conservation, for example, published a heartwarming story about two Barred Owlets who had fallen out of their nest. After the babies were put back into the tree, their rescuers observed how they were recovering. "Keeping their talons tightly gripped on a branch, the owlets lay down on their stomachs, turned their heads to the side, and fell asleep. Their naps are short, and when they are asleep, they do not like to be awakened, even to be fed," the article said. #2 © Photo: PulpLibrarian Interestingly, a young owl doesn’t fall out of the tree while it snoozes because it holds onto the branch with its back toe, the hallux. "The hallux will not open or let go until the bird bends its leg." Sadly, before they can fly, most owlets' will to explore their surroundings gets the best of them and they often end up on the ground, sometimes dropping right in front of us. #3 © Photo: doorabl #4 © Photo: Lihui5344Rie #5 © Photo: 2 years ago #6 © Photo: fs_harajukuinfo #7 © Photo: User #8 © Photo: toricaferoppong #9 © Photo: mikamckinnon #10 © Photo: riverbk #11 © Photo: ameblo #12 © Photo: 6qx7OUMoWHSZ1Sd #13 © Photo: owlparktokyo #14 © Photo: RukiOwl #15 © Photo: RukiOwl #16 © Photo: mikamckinnon #17 © Photo: fs_harajukuinfo #18 © Photo: yuzutsu1104 #19 © Photo: RukiOwl #20 © Photo: nakaji0719 #21 © Photo: User #22 © Photo: SecondNatureMB #23 © Photo: mochadhan #24 © Photo: e8hinahina #25 © Photo: tanukimitainaneko You Might Also Like: 46 Weird Animal Photos That “Cannot Be Explained” 25 Pics Of Owls Sleeping Face Down That Surprise People Reviewed by New Viral Feed on 12:53 Rating: 5

Prathap Menon is an Indian-born, UAE-based photographer who captures moments that feel both intimate and cinematic, turning fleeting movements in the wild into images full of nature’s grace and intrigue. Whether it’s a bird caught mid-flight, perched in perfect light, or disappearing into the mist of its habitat, his work goes beyond simple documentation and feels more like storytelling through patience and observation. What makes Menon’s photography especially striking is the care behind each frame. His images balance technical precision with a deep sensitivity to behavior, environment, and atmosphere, resulting in shots that feel both informative and beautiful. From lush forests to wetlands and other remote landscapes, he photographs wildlife in a way that highlights both the elegance of the animals and the richness of the natural world around them. There’s a calm, almost meditative quality to his work that makes each photo worth lingering on a little longer. Which of these photos caught your eye the most? Let us know in the comments and vote for your favorites. More info: Instagram | Facebook Click here & follow us for more lists, facts, and stories. #1 “Female Madagascar Paradise Flycatcher” © Photo: Prathap Menon #2 “Osprey During A Strike” © Photo: Prathap Menon #3 “An Osprey In The Split Second Before The Strike” © Photo: Prathap Menon #4 “Little Spiderhunter” © Photo: Prathap Menon #5 “Great Hornbill Returns To His Nest With His Catch” © Photo: Prathap Menon #6 “Whistling Duckling” © Photo: Prathap Menon #7 “Chabert's Vanga” © Photo: Prathap Menon #8 “Osprey Takes Off At Sunset” © Photo: Prathap Menon #9 “Koklass Pheasant” © Photo: Prathap Menon #10 “A Pair Of Helmet Vangas” © Photo: Prathap Menon #11 “Black Swan And Cygnet” © Photo: Prathap Menon #12 “Osprey During A Strike At Al Qudra Near Dubai” © Photo: Prathap Menon #13 “Winda And Olonyok - Last Two Remaining Members Of The Tano Bora Cheetah Coalition” © Photo: Prathap Menon #14 “A Great Hornbill Returns To His Mate With A Viper” © Photo: Prathap Menon #15 “Madagascar Nightjar Resting During The Day” © Photo: Prathap Menon #16 “The Indian Giant Squirrel Takes His Signature Leap In West Ghats Of Kerala” © Photo: Prathap Menon #17 “African Lion” © Photo: Prathap Menon #18 “The Stunning 'Cheetah' Look” © Photo: Prathap Menon #19 “Jungle Owlet” © Photo: Prathap Menon #20 “A Mother African Lion Grooming Her Cub” © Photo: Prathap Menon #21 “White-Eye (Zosteropidae)” © Photo: Prathap Menon #22 “Cheetah Hunting A Butterfly” © Photo: Prathap Menon #23 “Cheetah Hunting An African Wildebeest” © Photo: Prathap Menon #24 “Flamingo Take Off” © Photo: Prathap Menon #25 “Ostriches Walking Through The Savanna” © Photo: Prathap Menon #26 “Mother Swallow Feeding Her Offspring” © Photo: Prathap Menon #27 “Sulawesi Dwarf Kingfisher” © Photo: Prathap Menon #28 “Egyptian Spiny-Tailed Lizard” © Photo: Prathap Menon #29 “Grey-Headed Swamphen Taking Off” © Photo: Prathap Menon #30 “Lemur Inspecting Its Tail After Grooming” © Photo: Prathap Menon #31 “Keel-Billed Toucan” © Photo: Prathap Menon #32 “Great Cormorant” © Photo: Prathap Menon #33 “African Crowned Eagle” © Photo: Prathap Menon #34 “Jungle Owlet” © Photo: Prathap Menon #35 “Great Hornbill” © Photo: Prathap Menon #36 “African Lion Yawning” © Photo: Prathap Menon #37 “Little Grebe With Her Offspring” © Photo: Prathap Menon #38 “Red Fox” © Photo: Prathap Menon #39 “Mother African Elephant With Her Calf” © Photo: Prathap Menon #40 “Silverbird” © Photo: Prathap Menon #41 “The Scenic Sunrise Of Masai Mara” © Photo: Prathap Menon #42 “Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater” © Photo: Prathap Menon #43 “Osprey Takes Off After A Dive” © Photo: Prathap Menon #44 “Grant's Gazelle” © Photo: Prathap Menon #45 “Blue-Winged Parakeet” © Photo: Prathap Menon #46 “A Tranquil Morning In Masai Mara” © Photo: Prathap Menon #47 “Blue-Cheeked Bee-Eater” © Photo: Prathap Menon #48 “Male Ostrich” © Photo: Prathap Menon #49 “Western Reef Heron” © Photo: Prathap Menon You Might Also Like: 41 Funny Photos Without Context That Get Weirder The Longer You Look At Them 49 Distinctive Shots Of Wild Animals Hunting Reviewed by New Viral Feed on 12:53 Rating: 5