Milky eagle owl
Milky eagle owl (Bubo lacteus)
Common name: Verreaux Eagle Owl/Milky Owl
Scientific name: Bubo lacteus
Height: 600mm to 650mm
Geographical distribution: south of the Sahara desert
Habitat: woodland, bushveld
Diet: birds including other owls, bats, hedgehogs and a variety of animals
Status: Widespread, scarce and locally threatened
Here are details of the milky eagle owls that we have at the sanctuary:
| Name | Sex | Hatched | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan | Male | 1998 | Hand-tame |
