
While out hunting, it helps to keep a low profile.

And with wings clamped to its side in full flight – and with a wide-eyed stare – this northern hawk owl is a model of stealth.

One of a few owl species that are active during the day, the bird was seen searching for prey in Kokkola, Finland.

A series of brilliant pictures, snapped by Finnish photograph Jani Yikangas, shows the owl staring intently at the camera while flying just like a torpedo.

The 39-year-old said: 'It’s the official torpedo owl! The famous northern hawk owl from Finland is known for its menacing attitude and lack of respect for gravity.'

Northern hawk owls are native to Finland and are one of the few owl species that are only active during daylight hours.

While out hunting, it helps to keep a low profile. And with wings clamped to its side in full flight – and with a wide-eyed stare – this northern hawk owl is a model of stealth.

A series of brilliant pictures, snapped by Finnish photograph Jani Yikangas, shows the owl staring intently at the camera while flying just like a torpedo

The owl, which is native to Finland and one of the few species to be awake only in daylight hours, later landed on a branch making use of its wings



