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Boreal owl

boreal owl
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The boreal owl (Aegolius funereus) is a carnivorous bird.

The boreal owl or Tengmalm's owl is a small owl in the "true owl" family Strigidae. It is known as the boreal owl or, more rarely, Richardson's owl after Sir John Richardson, in North America, and as Tengmalm's owl in Europe and Asia, after the Swedish naturalist Peter Gustaf Tengmalm. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Aegolius funereus
Class
Bird
Family / order
Strigidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Weight
137 g
Lifespan
15.9 years
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a boreal owl eat?

The boreal owl is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a boreal owl?

The boreal owl weighs around 137 g.

How long do boreal owls live?

In the wild, the boreal owl can live up to about 15.9 years.

Is the boreal owl endangered?

The boreal owl is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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