Grayish Eagle-Owl

Bubo cinerascens

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The greyish eagle-owl or vermiculated eagle-owl is a rather large owl of the northern part of sub-Saharan Africa. It was previously regarded as the northern subspecies of the spotted eagle-owl.

Fun Fact

It was previously regarded as the northern subspecies of the spotted eagle-owl (Bubo africanus).

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on larger insects and other large arthropods as well as vertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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