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Northern Hawk Owl
(Surnia ulula)

    
        
 
Northern Hawk Owl Information
                                 
Length:  14 - 17"

Habitat:  Coniferous or mixed forests, forest edges, forest clearings. Edges
of burned-over areas, clear-cuts, and open bogs. Prefers habitat near open areas for hunting.

Diet:  Small mammals such as mice, lemmings, voles, squirrels, and hares; birds up to the size of grouse; some insects.		 Northern Hawk Owl
Photo © Robert Royse
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Northern Hawk Owl ID TipsIdentification tips
for the Northern Hawk Owl
 
Range Map:
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          N. Hawk Owl Winter Map USGS                                                
     
      Winter Map (CBC)    
 
Additional Information:
 
Owling.com
Range map, description, young, habitat, food and feeding, breeding, movements and life span of Northern Hawk Owl.
 
     
   

 

 
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