Spectacled Owl Flashcards
What is the largest New World tropical owl?
The spectacled owl.
Where does the spectacled owl get its name from?
The distinctive rings around its eyes.
How tall are spectacled owls?
1.5 feet
What is the wingspan of the spectacled owl?
3 feet
Is the male or female spectacled owl larger?
Female.
How much do spectacled owls weigh?
1 to 2 pounds
Are spectacled owls monogamous?
Yes.
What is the breeding season for spectacled owls?
April to June
What is the incubation period for spectacled owls in months?
1
How many eggs do spectacled owls lay?
3
How many chicks usually survive in a spectacled owl nest?
One.
How many weeks does it take the spectacled owl to fledge?
Six.
How long do spectacled owl chicks remain with their parents?
One year.
How long does it take young spectacled owls to get adult plumage?
Several years.
How long do spectacled owls survive in the wild?
20 years.
How long do spectacled owls survive in captivity?
30 years.
What is the range and habitat of the spectacled owl?
Central and South America in rain forest.
What do spectacled owls eat?
Small mammals, birds, crabs, and frogs.
True or false? Spectacled owls are exclusively nocturnal.
False. They sometimes hunt during the day.
How do spectacled owls hunt?
The survey the area and pounce from above when they see food.
Can owls see well in daylight?
Yes.
How many degrees can owls rotate their heads?
270
Do owls have acute hearing?
Yes.
What is an owl’s role in its habitat?
It reduces prey populations. They also reduce the competition between other birds of prey by hunting at night.
What is the conservation status of the spectacled owl?
Least concern.
How are spectacled owls doing in comparison to other owls on the issue of deforestation?
They are shown to be adapting to deforestation better than other owls.
How many subspecies of spectacled owl are there?
Six.
Where do spectacled owls nest?
Tree cavities.
