Ural Owl
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Ural Owl
Strix uralensis
The Ural Owl is a beautiful bird with big, round eyes and soft, gray feathers. They love to hunt at night and can be found in forests where they make their homes in tree holes.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Ural Owl is a large, pale grey-brown owl with distinct dark streaking on its underside. It has a rounded head, prominent facial disc, and lacks ear tufts, setting it apart from many other large owls. Its striking yellow eyes and beak contrast with its muted plumage.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderStrigiformesFamilyStrigidaeGenusStrix
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Mother owls are very brave, fiercely protecting their eggs and fluffy young owlets!
They sometimes use old squirrel nests or abandoned hawk nests for their owlets!
This owl's piercing scream can sound like a scary warning in the quiet forest.
Ural Owls can hunt small prey even when it's hidden deep under snow.
Special abilities
Ability
Silent Hunter
Ural Owl can glide silently through forests because of special soft feathers that absorb sound, helping them ambush prey.
Ability
Super Hearing
Ural Owl has asymmetrical ears that help them pinpoint tiny sounds, allowing them to hunt even when it's totally dark.
Ability
Head Swivel
Ural Owl can turn its head almost 270 degrees in either direction, helping them scan their surroundings without moving their body.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 50-65 cm
- Wingspan
- 105-135 cm
- Weight
- 0.5-1.3 kg
- Lifespan
- 15-25 years
- Top Speed
- 40 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 2-4
- Incubation
- 28-34 days
Diet & Feeding
These nocturnal hunters love munching on small mammals and birds in the forest!
Primary Foods
- Voles
- Mice
- Shrews
- Small birds
- Frogs
- Young rabbits
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
hunts
Field Vole
Microtus agrestis
A primary small mammal food source.
hunts
Wood Mouse
Apodemus sylvaticus
Another frequent and important prey species.
depends on
Common Buzzard
Buteo buteo
Often reuses their abandoned nests for breeding.
eaten by
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Bubo bubo
Larger owls can sometimes prey on adult Ural Owls.
Traits
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Ambush Predator
An ambush predator hunts by patiently waiting and concealing itself, then launching a sudden attack when unsuspecting prey comes within range.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
If you see an owl, watch quietly from a distance. They are wild animals and should not be approached.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Ural Owl?
50-65 cm
What is Ural Owl's wingspan?
105-135 cm
How much does Ural Owl weigh?
0.5-1.3 kg
How long does Ural Owl live?
15-25 years
How fast can Ural Owl move?
40 km/h
What does Ural Owl eat?
These nocturnal hunters love munching on small mammals and birds in the forest!
Where is Ural Owl usually found?
Forests
How does Ural Owl hunt?
Ambush
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