I WONDER - Why Do Owls Make Pellets?

Owls consume prey but cannot digest certain parts like bones, feathers, and fur. These indigestible parts are compacted into a pellet by the owl's body, which is then coughed up to maintain the owl's digestive health.

What parts of their prey can owls not digest?

• Bones, feathers, and fur

• Meat and skin

• Eyes and beaks

• Blood and organs

What does an owl's body do with the indigestible parts?

• It stores them for later

• It dissolves them with acid

• It forms them into a pellet

• It uses them for energy

Why does an owl expel the pellet?

• To feed its young

• To mark its territory

• To keep its stomach healthy

• To attract a mate

How does the owl expel the pellet?

• By regurgitating it

• By digesting it

• By excreting it

• By storing it

What is the primary reason for the formation of pellets in owls?

• To store nutrients

• To eliminate waste

• To protect their young

• To attract prey