Tawny Owl (strix aluco) is an animal of the bird type. It usually inhabits dense forest and open woodland. The weight of the animal is about 350g - 650g (12oz - 23oz) and lives for 4 - 6 years. Hawks, eagles, buzzards are dangerous for tawny owls. Look up the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about tawny owls
Name | Tawny Owl |
Life Span | 4 - 6 years |
Habitat | Dense forest and open woodland |
Main Prey | Mice, vole, insects |
Diet | Omnivore |
Weight | 350g - 650g (12oz - 23oz) |
Wing Span | 81cm - 105cm (32in - 41in) |
Average Clutch Size | 3 |
Size (H) | 38cm - 43cm (15in - 17in) |
Type | Bird |
Colour | Black, white, grey, tan, brown |
Class | Aves |
Family | Strigidae |
Genus | Strix |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Top Speed | 80km/h (50mph) |
Skin Type | Feathers |
Order | Strigiformes |
Scientific Name | Strix aluco |
Phylum | Chordata |
Distinctive Features | Large eyes and fantastic hearing |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Predators | Hawks, eagles, buzzards |
Kingdom | Animalia |