Description
The Eagle Owl is among the largest owl species, with a wingspan of over 6 feet. These owls are distributed across a wide range of varied habitats across Europe and Asia. Like their American cousins the horned owls, they are known for their pointed ear tufts.
- Scientific Name: Bubo bubo
- Characteristics: This Eagle Owl is turning its head to have a look at something behind it. Owls can turn their heads up to 270 degrees, a remarkable flexibility that makes them unique amongs birds.
- Size and Color: This Eagle Owl toy is 3 inches long and just over 2 inches tall, roughly the size of a credit card. Its feathers are largely brown, with a pattern of darker brown and white feathers across its wings and neck. Its facial disc is white with brown trim, and its piercing eyes are orange.
- The Eagle Owl is part of the Wings of the World Birds collection
- All of our products are Non-toxic and BPA free
History:
Also known as the European Eagle Owl and the Eurasian Eagle Owl, this bird is often simply referred to as the Eagle Owl. It is often called the largest of the owls, though it has some competition from the Great Gray Owl (which has a longer body) and Blakiston’s Fish Owl (which is heavier).
This owl enjoys a widespread distribution across the continents of Europe and Asia, and 14 subspecies are currently recognized. The different subspecies are distinctive in their native range and the coloration and pattern of their feathers.
Like most owls, the Eagle Owl is largely active at night. They are very powerful and can attack prey much larger than animals favored by most other owl species. They feed on a wide range of prey, usually mammals of varying sizes.
- Recommended Age: 3+
- Size in cm: 7.94 L x 3.02 W x 5.4 H
- Size in inches: 3.13 L x 1.19 W x 2.13 H
- UPC: 095866004330
