Northern Hawk Owl

Northern Hawk Owl:

Found in the upper reaches of North America, the northern hawk owl preys on small mammals, especially voles. They nest in cavities of trees and have clutches of 3-13 eggs. These owls have a wing span of 28 inches and a height of 14 to 17 inches.

The call of male northern hawk owl is a rolling whistled “ulululululul,” lasting up to 14 seconds. Female has a similar but shorter and hoarser call. Their alarm call is rapid, high, “kip-kip-kip-kip.” To hear what these birds sound like, click here: Northern Hawk Owl Calls

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Fun Fact: Though it is thought to detect prey primarily by sight, the Northern Hawk Owl can find and seize prey under 30 cm (1 foot) of snow due to their keen hearing.

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