The Great Horned Owl, also referred to as the Tiger or Hoot Owl, is a large species of Owl native to the Americas. Thanks to their incredible adaptability, they are recognized as the most widely distributed true Owl of the Americas and have 15 recognized subspecies. The Great Horned Owl is recognized by its heavy build, broad wings and large head, and a distinct facial disk. Plumage within subspecies varies, though generally they are colored for camouflage. Upper parts are generally a mottled brown, and underparts are generally a lighter color with brown accents. All Subspecies are darkly barred along their sides.
The Great Horned owl is a carnivorous and predatory bird, and its diet primarily consists of small mammals such as rabbits, hares, rats, mice, voles and squirrels, though they can and will freely take larger mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates.
A Great Horned Owl's eyes are just slightly smaller than that of a human, making them one of the largest of all terrestrial vertebrates. Like all other Owl species, it cannot move or roll its eyes, and instead looks around by swiveling its head at different angles. An owl has 14 neck bones, and can turn its head approximately 270 degrees.
Here is a short video of a Great Horned Owl's call.

Bird of Today: Great Horned Owl 10/1/24
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