Kaepora Gaebora

Kaepora Gaebora is a major character featured in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Through the Gossip Stones it can be confirmed that the owl is a reincarnation of another sage from long ago, but who this sage is is unknown (though speculation among fans have occurred. The most prominent candidate is Rauru, though this is unconfirmed and probably false).

The large owl is extremely wise and knows greatly about the history and current dealings of Hyrule. He'll commonly help Link, asking at the end of each conversation if the player understood what he said (if the player chooses no, then he'll repeat it).

On various locations Kaepora Gaebora will offer to bring Link back to his predetermined desired location. After the seven years have past, Kaepora Gaebora is still flying around Hyrule, and can be seen on occasions, such as when Sheik teaches Link a new song.