Caribbean islands were once the center of diversity for barn owls

October 20, 2026 · 11:00 pm 1 sources

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• Caribbean islands were once the center of diversity for barn owls
  Phys.org · October 20, 2026 23:00
  Legend has it that a giant elfin, owl-like creature called the chickcharney haunts the islands of the Bahamas. Those who encounter this cryptid on cordial terms are said to be blessed with good luck. Those who disrespect the chickcharney, however, don't fare as well. "If you see one shoe in the…