Tawny owl
Tawny owl (Strix aluco)
Scientific name: Strix aluco
Height: 360mm to 460mm
Geographical distribution: Europe, Asia, North Africa, Middle East
Habitat: Mixed coniferous or deciduous woodland, woodland edge
Diet: Wide variety of prey, often opportunists
Status: Common species
Here are details of the tawny owls we have at the sanctuary:
| Name | Sex | Hatched | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob | Male | 2005 | Falconry |
| Dougal | Female | 1993 | Hand-tame |
| Darling | Male | 1997 | Hand-tame |
