About this episode
The episode explores the connection between a Barn Owl's calls and the Irish banshee legend, sparked by a listener's experience in Wexford.
Listener Danny in Wexford shared a recording from his new home after spotting an owl circling overhead at night. The mystery caller turned out to be a Barn Owl seeking a mate — its eerie cries the same sounds that helped inspire Ireland’s famous banshee legend...
Topics covered
- owls
- banshee legend
- nature sounds
- animal behavior
- Irish folklore
Keywords
- Barn Owl
- Wexford
- banshee
- Ireland
- owl calls
- nature
- folklore
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: banshee
Places: Wexford, Ireland, Barn Owl
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