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Owls have the locking, ratchet-like mechanism in their foot which keeps the toes locked around a perch or prey without the need for the muscles to remain contracted. 3 of these toes face forward, and one backwards. When perched, or clutching prey, the outer front toe on each foot swivels to face the rear. It is able to do this because of a unique flexible joint. This was taken at the Sonoma County Fair on Wednesday in Santa Rosa. Displayed as part of the Sonoma County Bird Rescue Group.

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