I sleep in the day but come alive at night. I have large eyes but I’m not a human. What am I?
Category: Animal · Difficulty: medium
Hint: I’m often associated with wisdom.
Answer
A nocturnal bird
Explanation
Owls are nocturnal and are known for their large eyes and symbol of wisdom in many cultures.
This is a medium animal riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is A nocturnal bird.
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