Amazing 18 Owl Species
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
One of the largest owl species, the Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) has a wingspan of five to six and a half feet.6 A powerful predator, Eurasian eagle-owls consume everything from small mammals to snakes and other reptiles, and even larger prey, like foxes or similarly sized birds and owls.
Found throughout Europe and Asia, these true owls occupy a variety of habitats, including forests, deserts, and mountains. Pairs mate for life, nesting in rock crevices and cave entrances. Breeding increases when food sources are abundant and decreases in times of scarcity.
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One of the largest owl species, the Eurasian eagle-owl (Bubo bubo) has a wingspan of five to six and a half feet.6 A powerful predator, Eurasian eagle-owls consume everything from small mammals to snakes and other reptiles, and even larger prey, like foxes or similarly sized birds and owls.
Found throughout Europe and Asia, these true owls occupy a variety of habitats, including forests, deserts, and mountains. Pairs mate for life, nesting in rock crevices and cave entrances. Breeding increases when food sources are abundant and decreases in times of scarcity.
Sarah Milne / Getty Images
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08 January 2024
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