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Eastern Screech Owl

Eastern Screech Owl
Photo: Wolfgang Wander · CC BY-SA 3.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Eastern Screech Owl (Megascops asio) is a carnivorous bird.

The eastern screech owl or eastern screech-owl is a stocky, short-tailed owl that is relatively common in Eastern North America, from Mexico to Canada. Mid-sized for a screech owl, the species resides in most types of woodland habitats across its range, and is relatively adaptable to urban and devel — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Megascops asio
Class
Bird
Family / order
Strigidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Weight
180 g
Lifespan
20.7 years
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does an Eastern Screech Owl eat?

The eastern screech owl is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is an Eastern Screech Owl?

The eastern screech owl weighs around 180 g.

How long do Eastern Screech Owls live?

In the wild, the eastern screech owl can live up to about 20.7 years.

Is the eastern screech owl endangered?

The eastern screech owl is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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