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#667 Wooden Owl Statue

Wooden Owl Statue, Štrbské Pleso, Slovakia

About this stone

This wooden owl statue is one of those small forest surprises that make a waddle around the lake even more memorable. Carved from wood and quietly watching over the trail, the sculpture fits perfectly into the High Tatras landscape, surrounded by spruce forests and mountain air. Owls are often seen as symbols of wisdom and guardians of nature, which feels especially fitting in this protected alpine environment. A fun fact: several owl species live in the High Tatras, including the Eurasian pygmy owl, the smallest owl in Europe, proving that even tiny creatures thrive in these dramatic mountains.

Photos

Hand-painted penguin stone #667 hidden at Wooden Owl Statue, Strbske Pleso, Slovakia (photo 2 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #667 hidden at Wooden Owl Statue, Strbske Pleso, Slovakia (photo 3 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #667 hidden at Wooden Owl Statue, Strbske Pleso, Slovakia (photo 4 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #667 hidden at Wooden Owl Statue, Strbske Pleso, Slovakia (photo 5 of 5)

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Stone Details

Stone Number #667
Type 🐧 Standard
Status Active
City Štrbské Pleso
Country Slovakia
Placed Date 22 December 2025
Hidden by @lk_lh_15

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