Powerful Owl

Ninox strenua

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The powerful owl, a species of owl native to south-eastern and eastern Australia, is the largest owl on the continent. It is found in coastal areas and in the Great Dividing Range, rarely more than 200 km (120 mi) inland. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species also refers to this species as the powerful boobook.

Fun Fact

Powerful owls are Australia's largest owl species, and they routinely carry prey (possums and gliders) that weigh nearly as much as themselves, perching with the carcass in their talons all the next day.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Eucalyptus forests and woodlands

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

15-20 years

Threats

Deforestation
Wildfire

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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