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Going Full Pancake (lemmy.world)
submitted 21 hours ago by anon6789@lemmy.world to c/superbowl@lemmy.world

From World Bird Sanctuary

Gordon, the barred owl, might love sunbathing even more than Lewis, the bald eagle, from yesterday's post. Barred owls go into full relaxation mode when they sun. They will sit down, go into a full pancake, and tip their head back for maximum sun coverage. Gordon will do this on warm sunny days even on his trainer's glove. It can be a little tricky supporting an owl that is actively laying down on your hand!

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Gordon getting that goooooood stretch

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 2 points 16 hours ago

The more I look at it, the more I want to see him get in position. I'm picturing the neck sticking out far, like a turtle, before curling back into the sun.

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 10 points 21 hours ago
[-] the_post_of_tom_joad@sh.itjust.works 3 points 18 hours ago* (last edited 18 hours ago)

What is Lewis up to? Lol looks like he's welcoming me to Jurassic Park. Does this pose catch more rays?

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 5 points 18 hours ago

Short Answer: We're not totally sure. Working theories include any/all of the following: thermoregulation, vitamin D production, parasite removal, preen oil distribution, stretching, feather stiffening

Long Answer: Hot, Bothered, and Parasite-free: Why Birds Sun Themselves

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 3 points 16 hours ago

Found a video

Neck stretch is right at the beginning. Not as dramatic as I had hoped, but still very impossible for a human.

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 9 points 21 hours ago

Gordon having a snack

[-] Spacehooks@reddthat.com 5 points 20 hours ago

Gordon is really enjoying himself.

[-] anon6789@lemmy.world 6 points 20 hours ago

I love seeing them get to live their best lives!

this post was submitted on 24 Sep 2024
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