Xenoblastic refers to metamorphic mineral with poorly formed crystal faces (equivalent to anhedral). Foliation is a general term for pervasive planar structures. Typically the result of fine-scale compositional layering and alignment of minerals.
1 Snowy owls live farther north than any other kind of owl in North America! 2  Fine Feathers! 3  A dense coat of feathers keeps a snowy owl warm during frigid winters. 4  Even the owlâs toes and claws are thickly feathered! 5  Early Risers. 6  Most owls sleep during the day and are active at night.
Short-eared Owls can be seen in Maryland during their migration from Canada and the northern U.S. Owl, Snowy (Bubo scandiacus) Snowy Owls are white with dark markings on their bodies and wings. They have round heads without tufts and yellow eyes. They eat small rodents, especially lemmings, as well as birds.hort-eared Owls can be seen in Maryland during their migration from Canada and the northern U.S. Owl, Snowy (Bubo scandiacus) Snowy Owls are white with dark markings on their bodies and wings. They have round heads without tufts and yellow eyes. They eat small rodents, especially lemmings, as well as birds.