Genus: Bubo virginianus
Nicknames: Hoot Owl, Cat Owl, Flying Tiger
Size: They carry a wingspan of 3.3 to 4.8 feet and a body length of 18 to 25 inches. Their weight varies between 2 to 5.5 pounds.
Appearance: Easily recognizable by it’s sharp, cat like, feather ears, the Great Horned Owl has been known to be one of the most common owls in found in North America. They are also one of the world’s largest owls and use their intimidating appearance to stay on the top of the owl food chain. Their coats range from a light brown to a grey, with horizontal bands around its stomach.
Habitat: The Great Horned Owl’s primary habitat remains in North America, but as environmental chance advances, these owls have been found in parts of the Arctic and South America. They’re adaptive creatures and tolerate a considerable amount of human interference in their lives. However, these owls prefer life in the woodlands or farmlands, where the weather is moderate and the human activity is sparse.
Diet: Like most owls, the Great Horned hunts mostly at night, stalking its prey perched on tree tops. They are known for their incredible digestive systems, that can process the entire prey whole. It preys on common rodents, birds and mammals such as squirrels, mice and snakes.
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