Rock Eagle-Owl
NameRock Eagle-Owl
Common NameRock Eagle-Owl
Scientific NameBubo bengalensis
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)120
Length (cm)53
Weight (g)1500
Plumage DetailsMottled grey-brown plumage with dark streaks and bars, providing excellent camouflage. It features a distinct facial disc, a white throat patch, and prominent, widely spaced ear tufts.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a deep, resonant 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'hoo-hooo', often repeated, which can carry over long distances.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Indian subcontinent, including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and parts of Pakistan and Myanmar.
Identifying FeaturesProminent ear tufts, Large size, Yellow eyes, Mottled grey-brown plumage, White throat patch
Description
The Rock Eagle-Owl is a large, powerful owl characterized by its prominent ear tufts and striking yellow eyes. It is a nocturnal predator, typically found in rocky habitats and scrubland, hunting a variety of small to medium-sized prey.
