The average weight of the snowy owl is 1.1kg - 2kg (2.4lbs - 4.4lbs). Snowy Owl is a bird that usually inhabits woodland within the arctic tundra. It has a feathers skin type. This type of birds have 130cm - 164cm (51in - 65in) wing span. The preferred food type is omnivore. The maximum speed it can reach is 80km/h (50mph). These birds usually live 10 - 17 years.
Facts about snowy owls
Name | Snowy Owl |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Genus | Bubo |
Order | Strigiformes |
Main Prey | Lemmings, voles, fish |
Habitat | Woodland within the arctic tundra |
Wing Span | 130cm - 164cm (51in - 65in) |
Predators | Human, foxes, wild dogs |
Colour | Black, white, grey |
Diet | Omnivore |
Weight | 1.1kg - 2kg (2.4lbs - 4.4lbs) |
Size (H) | 60cm - 75cm (24in - 30in) |
Life Span | 10 - 17 years |
Family | Strigidae |
Type | Bird |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Class | Aves |
Scientific Name | Bubo scandiacus |
Skin Type | Feathers |
Average Clutch Size | 7 |
Top Speed | 80km/h (50mph) |
Distinctive Features | Black and white markings and large head |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Phylum | Chordata |