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The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus), [4] also known as the polar owl, the white owl and the Arctic owl, [5] is a large, white owl of the true owl family. [6] Snowy owls are native to the Arctic regions of both North America and the Palearctic, breeding mostly on the tundra. [2]
Measuring anywhere between 116 and 183 cm (46 – 72 inches) according to the size of the individual, males have slightly smaller wingspans than females do. Data also indicates that the wingspans of snowy owls found in Russia are slightly larger than the wingspans of snowy owls found in North America.
Relative Size. About the size of a Great Horned Owl. crow-sized Measurements. Both Sexes; Length: 20.5-27.9 in (52-71 cm) Weight: 56.4-104.1 oz (1600-2950 g) Wingspan: 49.6-57.1 in (126-145 cm)
The table below shows the body sizes of all 20 owl species in North America, from the largest to the smallest. One interesting feature of note in this table is that the largest owl is 5-6 times the size of the smallest owl, which is a huge size range for a group of closely related bird species.
Snowy owls have excellent eyesight, but they obviously can't see their prey when it's underneath snow or a thick layer of plants. To capture those meals, the owl relies on its other keen...
Size: Length: 21 to 28 in (54 to 71 cm) for females; 20.7 to 25.2 in (52.5 to 64 cm) for males. Weight: 3.763 to 5.348 lb (1.707 to 2.426 kg) for females; 3.230 to 3.987 lb. (1.465 to 1.808 kg) for males.
In terms of weight, the hefty female Snowy Owl is actually the biggest owl in North America! The average female is 24.2 inches long (around two feet), has a 52-inch wingspan (more than four feet) and can weigh 5 pounds. Related: Can you have an owl as a pet?
Size: 69cm (27 inches) tall with a 1.3m (51 inch) wingspan: Weight: Up to 2kg (70oz) Colour: White with grey or black flecks and yellow eyes: Diet: Mammals, mostly lemmings, some water birds, sometimes carrion: Predators: Arctic foxes and wolves: Top Speed: Up to 80km/h (50mph) No. of Species: 1: Conservation Status: Vulnerable (IUCN)
Their large size is similar to the size of a Great Horned Owl, sometimes bigger. Snowy owls can reach up to 27 inches in height, with a 49- to 51-inch wingspan, and can weigh between 40 and 70 ounces.
The Snowy Owl, also known as Bubo scandiacus, is a majestic bird species known for its striking white plumage, which helps it blend seamlessly into its snowy habitat. They have a wingspan of up to 5 feet and stand around 2 feet tall.