Owls

Some large birds of prey, such as Hawks, Peregrine Falcons, Ospreys will eat Owls. Also Foxes, Weasels, Wolves and other land carnivorous will eat owls if they can catch them, particularly the sick or young Owl, as well as those that have fallen to the ground and can not get away again. Ravens and Crows have also been known to pick of the sick birds or even eat those that have recently died. (from WikiAnswers)

The most populous owl in the world is the barn owl (Tyto alba). Barn owls are found on every continent except Antarctica and are known for their distinctive heart-shaped face and white underparts. They are adaptable and can be found in a variety of habitats, from deserts to forests.

This large family is comprised of around 189 living species in 25 genera

A closely related species to a Barn Owl is the Eastern Grass Owl (Tyto longimembris), which belongs to the same genus as the Barn Owl. They share similar physical characteristics and habitats, but the Eastern Grass Owl is typically found in Asia and Australia.

Horned owls primarily eat small mammals such as mice, voles, and rats. They may also consume birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians. They are skilled predators that hunt mostly at night.

The snowy owl is not considered endangered or threatened. It is listed as a species of least concern on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List due to its widespread distribution and stable population. However, they are protected under various conservation laws to ensure their survival.

Spotted Owls are known for their unique spotted plumage, dark eyes, and lack of ear tufts. They are nocturnal birds that prefer old-growth forests as their habitat and are known for their hooting calls that can be heard at night. Spotted Owls are also known to be monogamous and form strong pair bonds.

The Latin word for owl is 'strix'. The plural form of this would be 'string'. All owls are classified in an order, and the Latin word for that would be 'strigformes', 'forms' meaning form.

it depends on what kind of owl. some screech, some hoot, and in a lot of different patterns. research the type of owl you are thinking of and it will probably say.

Tho most commonly Male = t-wit Female = t-woo

Yes. All of them see quite well in the daytime.

Owls can see in the sunlight. They have amazing irises, the colored part of the eye thar controls how much light enters the eye, it can go from closed to less than a pin point to open almost the entire visible part of the eye. Nearly all the owls have been observed hunting in the day time. At night hearing plays as big a part in hunting as vision. There are even "daytime" owls. The pygmy owl of the US Western desserts spaends as much time hunting in the day as at night. The Burrowing owl of the US plains is almost 100% daytime. When I was a kid there was a prairie dog town just a short walk away. That's where the burrowing owl lives, they don't burrow, they live in the dog's burrows, I used to watch the owls standing on the burrow rims and fence posts, they got real long legs for an owl, and all a sudden swoop off and catch some rat or something.

No, I do not eat eagles or any other living creatures as I am a computer program and do not consume food.

There are many owls that hoot but not all of them do. Among the ones that do hoot are the Great- horned owl and the Barred owl.

Northern Spotted Owls are endangered due to habitat loss from logging, wildfires, and invasive species, which have significantly decreased their populations. They also face threats from competition with barred owls, a more aggressive species that displaces them from their preferred nesting sites. The combination of these factors has led to a decline in the Northern Spotted Owl population and placed them on the endangered species list.

No, the snowy owl is not the only bird in the Arctic. Other bird species found in the Arctic include the common eider, ptarmigan, Arctic tern, and jaegers. Additionally, many migratory birds visit the Arctic region during the summer months.

Yes they are carnivores. Their diet consists of, medium-sized mammals including rabbits and skunks, small mammals, including voles, rats, mice, and shrews. Smaller owls feed mostly on insects and other invertebrates more specifically snails, spiders, scorpions, moths, or crickets

Yes depending on there size and location they prey on rodents, snakes, skunks, raccoons and rabbits

The owl is the symbol of Athena because she was an important goddess and was recognized for her knowledge and wisdom. She was also seen as a protector and a sign of victory when an owl would fly over Greek soldiers before a battle.

It is difficult to provide an exact number of Spotted Owls that die each year, as factors such as habitat loss, competition with other species, and climate change impact their population. However, efforts are being made to conserve and protect the species in order to minimize their mortality rates.

According to the legend that is told, George Washington had cut down a cherry tree when he was a young boy. The legend further went to say that he told his father what he did because he wasn't able to tell a lie.

There are more than 200 species of Owls in 'our world'.

They are all members of the Avian Order 'Strigiformes'. They divided into two 'Families': Tytonidae (Barn Owls) and Strigidae (Typical Owls).

Please see the related "Owl Pages" link below (with 222 species listed) for more information:

I don't really feel like erasing the answer above ^ but I think I could add more to the answer, these are some of the types of owls that I can mark off the top of my head:

-Barn owl

-Great horned owl

-Burrowing owl

-Pygmy owl

-Elf owl

-Snowy owl

-Screech owl

-Barred owl

-Eagle owl

-Spotted owl

-Great Gray owl

-Northern Hawk Owl

-Long-eared owl

-Short-eared owl

-Spectacled owl

-Saw-whet owl

-Boreal owl

-Flammulated owl

-Ferrunginous owl

Barred owls are not typically known to attack or prey on chickens. They mainly feed on small mammals, birds, and sometimes insects. However, individual owl behavior can vary, so it's always a good idea to have secure housing for chickens to prevent any potential issues.

Burrowing owls help humans by controlling rodent populations, which can be beneficial for agriculture and prevent damage to crops. Additionally, they can serve as an indicator species for the health of local ecosystems, providing valuable information for conservation efforts.

The scientific name for a male snowy owl is Bubo Scandiacus. These owls are very large and it has yellow eyes.

Owls are nocturnal animals, meaning they are most active at night. While they do sleep during the day, it is not necessarily all day. Owls typically rest during the daytime hours, preparing for their nightly hunting activity.

Snowy Owls typically nest on the ground, creating a simple scrape in the soil rather than constructing an elaborate nest. They may line their nests with moss, lichen, feathers, or other plant material to provide insulation and protection for their eggs.

Baby snow owls are called owlets. They are born covered in fluffy white down feathers and stay with their parents for around two months before they start to explore on their own.