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Barn owl looking at the rain. Barn owls are self-aware. They are able to recognize themselves in a mirror, which is a feat that only humans and highly intelligent animals can do.

Barn owl looking at the rain. Barn owls are self-aware. They are able to recognize themselves in a mirror, which is a feat that only humans and highly intelligent animals can do.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 12.2012
Date Uploaded: 07.2013
Photo Location: Malaysia
Camera: NIKON D90
Copyright: © Shamma Esoof