Character from Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling
Harry's snowy owl and first true companion in the wizarding world, a loyal mail carrier whose death during the escape from Privet Drive marked the end of Harry's childhood.
Hedwig is imperious, affectionate on her own terms, and the closest thing Harry has to unconditional companionship during his miserable summers at Privet Drive. She nips his fingers when annoyed, refuses to carry mail when she feels underappreciated, and sits on his shoulder like she owns him. She was Hagrid's first gift to Harry and represents everything beautiful about the world Harry was entering. Her death is the first casualty of the final war.
Beautiful snowy white owl with large amber eyes. Pristine feathers, dignified bearing. Ruffles her feathers when offended, which is often.
Also known as: Hedwig