The Ural owl (Strix uralensis) is a large nocturnal raptor (50–60 cm in body length with a wingspan of 110–125 cm), featuring soft tawny-grey plumage and a pale facial disc outlined in dark concentric rings. Distributed across mature coniferous and mixed forests of Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, it primarily preys on small mammals such as rodents and shrews, supplemented by birds and insects. It nests in old tree cavities or occasionally occupies abandoned corvid nests. Territorial year-round, it utters deep resonant hoots during the breeding season to attract mates and defend its territory. Secretive and vigilant, it often perches motionless high in the canopy to scan for prey.

The European Roller is a colorful bird primarily found in open forests, meadows, and agricultural lands across Europe, particularly in Spain, France, Italy, and Turkey. It measures about 30 to 32 cm in length, with a wingspan of 50 to 60 cm, and weighs between 100 and 150 g. Its plumage is especially vibrant, with colors ranging from bright blue to green and brown, and it has a strong, slightly curved beak. The European Roller primarily feeds on flying insects, such as dragonflies, flies, and grasshoppers, which it catches in flight. It is known for its stunning acrobatic flights and its habit of perching on elevated spots, such as tree branches or utility poles. While its