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Great Grey Owl

Great Grey Owl

Scientific Name: Strix nebulosa

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The Great Grey Owl has the largest facial disk of any bird of prey, sometimes known as the Phantom of the North.

Natural Habitat

From North America, Northern Europe and Northern Asia. Dense woodlands with clearings.

Diet

Feeds on mainly small mammals which it hunts in forest clearings.

Side profile of a Great Grey Owl at Paultons Park highlighting its facial disc and layered grey plumage
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