Eurasian Eagle-Owl
The Eurasian Eagle-Owl is a large and powerful owl native to Europe and Asia. It is one of the world's largest owls, with a wingspan of up to 6 feet.
The Eurasian Eagle-Owl is a nocturnal and powerful predator that preys on a variety of animals, including rodents, rabbits, and other birds. It is known for its deep, resonating call and its large, orange eyes.
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Classification
Aves > Strigiformes > Strigidae > Bubo > B. bubo
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
4 - 9 lbs
(1.8 - 4.1 kg)
Average Life Span
20 years
Gestation Period
31 - 36 days
Did You Know?
The Eurasian Eagle-Owl is one of the largest and most powerful owls in the world.
They have distinctive ear tufts, which are not actually ears but rather feathers that they can raise or lower.
Eurasian Eagle-Owls are nocturnal predators, hunting a wide variety of prey from small rodents to other birds and even young deer.
They have incredibly keen eyesight and hearing, allowing them to hunt effectively in low light.
These owls are found across a vast range, from Europe to Asia, and inhabit diverse environments including forests, deserts, and mountains.
A Eurasian Eagle-Owl's call is a deep, resonant "hoo-hoo-hoo" that can be heard over long distances.
They can live for over 20 years in the wild and much longer in captivity.
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