Western Siberian Eagle-Owl
Bubo bubo sibiricus
Also known as: Siberian Eagle-Owl
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is a subspecies of the Eurasian Eagle-Owl, distinguishable by its generally paler plumage which helps it blend into its snowy, northern environment. It is an apex predator with immense power, capable of taking down prey as large as foxes and young deer. With striking orange eyes and large ear tufts, it commands the forests and taiga where it resides.
Western Siberian Eagle-Owl Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions About the Western Siberian Eagle-Owl
The ear tufts are not ears and they do not improve hearing. Instead, they appear to help with camouflage and visual signaling, breaking up the owl's outline when it is roosting and making it look more like part of a branch or trunk.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl can be found in Western Siberia, Eurasia and is most often associated with Woodlands, taiga, rocky areas.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl feeds on Small mammals, birds, reptiles and is considered a apex predator.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is currently listed as Least Concern, with a stable population trend. Main threats include Habitat fragmentation, Persecution.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is usually solitary/pairs.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is typically nocturnal/crepuscular.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is resident.
The main threats facing the Western Siberian Eagle-Owl include Habitat fragmentation and Persecution.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl population trend is currently stable.
Well-known places to look for the Western Siberian Eagle-Owl include Ural Mountains and Western Siberian Plain.
Natural predators of the Western Siberian Eagle-Owl include None (Adults) and Bears (on nests).
Revered as a powerful spirit of the taiga in Siberian indigenous cultures.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl is part of the Strigidae family and a Strigiformes order.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl weighs about 3.2 kg, stands around 70 cm tall, reaches about 75 cm in length, and has a wingspan of about 180 cm.
The Western Siberian Eagle-Owl can reach speeds of around 50 km/h.
