The Four Keys to ID
- Size & Shape
Great Grays are one of our tallest owls, and have broad wings and a long tail. They are big headed owls with a large facial disk. They dwarf most other owls in size but not by weight; their bulk is mostly made of feathers. Females are larger than males.
Relative Size
Larger than a Great Horned Owl in size, but not in weight. Smaller than a Bald Eagle.
between crow and gooseMeasurements
- Both Sexes
- Length: 24.0-33.1 in (61-84 cm)
- Weight: 24.7-60.0 oz (700-1700 g)
- Wingspan: 53.9-60.2 in (137-153 cm)
- Color Pattern
- Behavior
- Habitat