🦉 Owl Emoji
Technical Details
Name
Owl
Short Name
:owl:
Unicode
U+1F989
Unicode Version
3.0Release Year
2016
Category
Animals & NatureSubcategory
Animal BirdPlatform Support
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Has Skin Tones
No
Platform Renderings
Unicode

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Keywords
SVG Code
<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"> <text x="64" y="64" font-size="96" text-anchor="middle" dominant-baseline="middle" font-family="serif" >🦉</text> </svg>
Emoji Meaning
Meaning
A stylized depiction of an owl, a nocturnal bird of prey, often shown with large, round eyes and a small beak. The owl is typically rendered in brown, white, or gray tones, reflecting its natural coloration. Symbolizes wisdom, knowledge, and nocturnal activity. Part of the Animals & Nature category, specifically within the animal-bird subcategory.
Common Uses
- Representing wisdom or knowledge: 'The wise old owl 🦉 has spoken.'
- Indicating a late-night activity: 'Working late tonight 🦉.'
- Referencing the Harry Potter series: 'Expecto Patronum! 🦉'
Example Sentences
- The professor's lecture was as insightful as an owl 🦉.
- I'll be studying late tonight, like an owl 🦉.
- Hedwig, my owl 🦉, delivered the letter promptly.