Eagle-owls are very effective at controlling rodent populations. Like all owls, they cannot digest the hair, feathers, and bones of their prey, so these materials are coughed up in a compact pellet.

The Eurasian Eagle-Owl is deeply respected in many cultures. While it is a wild bird and not suited for domestication, ethical birdwatching and conservation programs allow people to admire these …

Eagle Owls are the largest of the owls and their sheer size and aggressive nature make them the dominant bird of prey (both nocturnal and diurnal) wherever they are found. Very occasionally they …

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The Eurasian Eagle Owl has a powerful grip—its talons can exert a force of over 500 pounds per square inch, allowing it to capture and kill prey much larger than itself, including foxes and other birds of prey!

Electrocution has led to many reductions in the population of eagle owls in Europe. It’s still a major cause of death among individuals of the species, and this disproportionally affects youngsters just …

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