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Barn Owl (Tyto alba) "Wispa""

The Barn Owl is a pale, long-winged, long-legged owl with a short squarish tail. Depending on subspecies, it measures about 25–45 cm (9.8–18 in) in overall length, with a wingspan of some 75–110 cm (30–43 in). One of the most widespread of all birds, the Barn Owl is found throughout the world outside of polar and desert regions.

 
 

Tawny Owl (Strix aluco) "Oak and Archie"

The Tawny Owl is a stocky, medium-sized owl commonly found in woodlands across much of Europe. Its under parts are pale with dark streaks, and the upper parts are either brown or grey. Their nests are typically found in tree holes where they can protect their eggs and young against potential predators. Tawny Owls are often heard at night making the characteristic "T'witt" and "T'woo" sounds.

 
 

European Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo) "Bisto" and "Moosie"

The Eagle Owl is a large and powerful bird, with a wingspan of up to 138-200 cm (55-79 in) and measuring about 58-73 cm (23-29 in) long. Females weigh 1.75-4.2 kg (3.9-9.4 lbs) and males weigh 1.5-3.2 kg (3.3-7 lbs). It mainly feeds on small mammals, but can kill prey up to the size of foxes and young deer (up to 10 kg/22 lb). They are found across much of Europe and Central Asia.

 
 

Siberian Eagle Owl (Bubo bubo sibiricus) "Sugar Puff" and "Pipsqueak"

The Siberian Eagle Owl prefers mountainous forest, semi-desert and rocky slopes. Being the biggest owl in the world it will take large birds, a variety of small and medium mammals, rabbits and hares, roe deer fawns, young foxes, hedgehogs, frogs, newts, crabs and farmyard cats. Whereas most diurnal birds rely on speed of impact to kill their prey, the Siberian Eagle Owl uses its 250 pounds per square inch crushing power (in each foot!) to catch its meal. Found in Central and Western Siberia.

   
 

Rock Eagle Owl, Indian Eagle Owl (Bubo bengalensis) "Mr Ringwood"

The Rock Eagle Owl is a species of large horned owl found in South Asia. They are often found in hilly and rocky scrub forests, and are usually seen in pairs. They have a deep resonant booming call that may be heard at dawn and dusk. Rock Eagle Owls are splashed with brown and grey with a white throat patch and small black stripes as well as ear tufts.

   
 

Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) "Vanilla"

The Snowy Owl is typically found in the northern circumpolar region, where it makes its summer home north of latitude 60 degrees north. However, it is a particularly nomadic bird, and because of population fluctuations in its prey species, can be forced to relocate, and has been known to breed at more southerly latitudes.

   
 

Southern White Faced Owl (Ptilopsis granti) "Gizmo"

The Southern White Faced Owl is found in the Southern half of Africa, its range extends from Gabon eastwards to southern Kenya and southwards to Namibia and northern South Africa. It inhabits savanna and dry woodland. It is usually seen alone or in pairs. It hunts for large invertebrates and some small mammals, birds and reptiles are also taken.

   
 
     
 
 
 
 
Liberty's Owl Raptor and Reptile Centre, Crow Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire. BH24 3EA
Eagles, Owls, Vultures, Hawks, Falcons, Birds Of Prey, Reptiles, Lizards, Snakes and Spiders, close to the New Forest in Hampshire near Southampton, London, Bournemouth, Dorset and Wiltshire. Nearby Campsites include Sandy Balls and Oakdene. Falconry Flying Displays, Falconry and Bird Of Prey Experience Days, Photographic Experience Days, Hawking Days. Group Visits and School Visits Welcome. Probably one of the best days out at a New Forest Tourist Attraction
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