Minerva's Owls of Bath: Athene Noctua

All over the city of Bath are these sponsored Owls each decorated in their own way.  

BUT WHY OWLS?

The Roman Baths temple, built in 1AD, was dedicated to Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, whose symbol was the owl. Minerva's owl of wisdom can be seen carved into the Temple Pediment. To find out more information click here.