Great Grey Owl

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Scientific Name: Strix nebulosa

DID YOU KNOW?

  • The largest owl by wingspan.
  • Extremely silent flight.
  • Hunts using sound alone.

EVERY SPECIES COUNT

Owls depend on forest ecosystems. Habitat conservation supports nocturnal predators. At Emirates Park Zoo, they highlight owl adaptations.

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MY CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern 85%

HOW LONG DO I LIVE?

Average Lifespan: 15-25 Years

WHERE DO I LIVE?

Boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere.

WHAT KIND OF EATER AM I?

Carnivore

WHAT’S ON MY MENU?

Rodents and small mammals.

HOW MUCH DO I WEIGH?

800–1,300 g