Zoology of the ZooPl. CL
Great horned owl
Bubo virginianus
Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae
Fig. 1. Great horned owl
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 46-63 cm long; wingspan about 1-1.5 m |
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| Weight | About 0.9-2.5 kg |
| Food | Mammals, birds, even skunks |
| Lifespan | About 13 years in the wild (est.) |
| Society | Pairs; nests early in winter |
| Habitat | forest, urban, desert |
| Range | North America, South America |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
The ear tufts are feathers, not ears. Its grip is among the strongest of any owl. Soft feather edges make its flight almost silent.
Observe: Listen for the deep "hoo-h'HOO-hoo-hoo".