Indian eagle owl
Indian eagle owl (Bubo bengalensis)
Common name: Bengal or Rock Owl
Scientific name: Bubo bengalensis
Height: 500mm to 560mm
Geographical distribution: India, Pakistan and Nepal
Habitat: rocky crevices or ledges of clay cliffs, ruined or abandoned buildings
Diet: field rats and mice, birds, reptiles and crabs
Status: uncertain but not uncommon
Here are details of the Indian eagle owls that we have at the sanctuary:
| Name | Sex | Hatched | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indra | Male | 2007 | Hand tame |
| Henrietta | Female | 1999 | Breeding owl |
| Bubo | Male | Unknown | Breeding owl |
| Elvis | Male | 2005 | Falconry owl |
