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Snowy Owl
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Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

A pale Arctic owl that hunts lemmings and other small animals in open tundra.

Category Bird
Habitat Arctic tundra
Diet Carnivore
Lifespan 10 years in the wild; longer in captivity
Size Body length 52–71 cm; wingspan 1.25–1.5 m; weight 1.6–3 kg
Scientific Name Bubo scandiacus

About Snowy Owl

A pale Arctic owl that hunts lemmings and other small animals in open tundra.

Fun Fact

Unlike many owls, snowy owls are often active during the day.

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Arctic Canada , Canada Greenland , Canada