Great gray owl (Strix nebulosa) is dark grey overall interspersed with bars and flecks of light grey and white. Although they appear to be amongst the largest owls, much of this bulk is due to their fluffy plumage, and the great gray owl weighs half as much as other owls of a similar size. Its large head and prominent facial disk make the yellow eyes appear small. A noticeable white ‘moustache’ strip is under the facial disk, broken by a black ‘bow-tie’. The feet are heavily feathered and remain hidden from view.
These Owls are active at night, but also at dusk and just before dawn. They may also be active during the day during breeding season. They fly with soft, slow wingbeats and generally do not often move more than short distances between. It hunts mainly during early morning and late afternoon. It uses its excellent hearing to locate its prey which includes rodents, rats, mice, shrews, squirrels, rabbits, chipmunks, moles, and weasels.
Read more:
These Owls are active at night, but also at dusk and just before dawn. They may also be active during the day during breeding season. They fly with soft, slow wingbeats and generally do not often move more than short distances between. It hunts mainly during early morning and late afternoon. It uses its excellent hearing to locate its prey which includes rodents, rats, mice, shrews, squirrels, rabbits, chipmunks, moles, and weasels.
Read more:
