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Short-eared Owl

Short-eared Owl
Photo: Dario Sanches from São Paulo, Brazil · CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus) is a carnivorous bird.

The short-eared owl is a widespread grassland species in the family Strigidae. Owls belonging to genus Asio are known as the eared owls, as they have tufts of feathers resembling mammalian ears. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Asio flammeus
Class
Bird
Family / order
Strigidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Weight
323 g
Lifespan
21.8 years
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Short-eared Owl eat?

The short-eared owl is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is a Short-eared Owl?

The short-eared owl weighs around 323 g.

How long do Short-eared Owls live?

In the wild, the short-eared owl can live up to about 21.8 years.

Is the short-eared owl endangered?

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

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