Great Grey Owl
NameGreat Grey Owl
Common NameGreat Grey Owl
Scientific NameStrix nebulosa
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)140
Length (cm)72
Weight (g)1200
Plumage DetailsPredominantly grey with dense, intricate dark barring and streaking. Features a large, grey facial disc with concentric dark rings and a prominent white "X" mark between small yellow eyes.
Vocalization / CallTypically a series of deep, resonant hoots, often described as "whoo-hoo-hoo-hoo". Also produces barks, chirps, and hisses.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeCircumboreal, found across the taiga and boreal forests of North America (Canada, Alaska, northern US) and Eurasia (Scandinavia, Russia, northern China).
Identifying Featuresvery large size, grey plumage with intricate barring, large facial disc with concentric rings, small yellow eyes, no ear tufts, long tail
Description
A very large owl with soft, fluffy grey plumage and a distinctive facial disc. Known for its silent flight and exceptional hearing, it primarily hunts small mammals in dense boreal forests.
