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1. This Tree That Has Grown Across The Driveway And Sprouted More Trees Off The Top
2. Stygian Owl Known For Red Reflection Of Their Eyes That Are Often Associated With The Devil
Stygian Owl characteristics such as long ears tufts, dark coloration and particularly the brilliant red reflection of the eyes when illuminated by lamps have been associated with the Devil.
The Stygian Owl (Asio stygius) is a medium-sized dusky-colored owl. It has yellow eyes, a black beak, a dark blackish facial disk, and white eyebrows. Its underparts are a dingy buff color with dark brown barring and streaks. The upper parts are reverse, buff barring, and streaks on a dark background. The adjective “Stygian” means “of, or relating to, the River Styx”, but is more widely applied to anything that is dark or dismal. This owl occupies a variety of deciduous and evergreen forests, and open areas with patchy forest. It lives at elevations from sea level to 3,100 metres (10,200 ft) above global sea level.