Key information
Short-eared owls are medium sized owls with mottled brown bodies, pale under-wings and yellow eyes. They are commonly seen hunting during the day. In winter, there is an influx of continental birds (from Scandinavia, Russia, Iceland) to northern, eastern, and parts of central southern England, especially around the coast. They are of European conservation concern and so are an Amber List species.
What they eat:
Small mammals, especially voles.
Measurements:
- Length:
- 34-42cm
- Wingspan:
- 90-105cm
- Weight:
- 260-350g
Population:
- UK breeding:
- 620-2,180 pairs
Identifying features:
Short-eared owl
