Eurasian Eagle-Owl vs Austral Pygmy-owl
Bubo bubo comparé à Glaucidium nana
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Eurasian Eagle-Owl | Austral Pygmy-owl |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Bubo bubo | Glaucidium nana |
| Ordre | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Famille | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | 68,0 cm (26.8 in) | — |
| Envergure | 170,0 cm (66.9 in) | 19,0 cm (7.5 in) |
| Poids | 2800,0 g (98.77 oz) | 75,0 g (2.65 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | Mammals up to the size of hares and young foxes, and birds up to the … | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2-4 | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
Eurasian Eagle-Owl only
Aucun(e)
Austral Pygmy-owl only
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Rocky landscapes, cliffs, gorges, and open forest across Eurasia. Increasingly found near human settlements.
Song & Call Comparison
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Powerful, resonant 'ooo-hu' duetting with mate across great distances at dusk. One of Europe's deepest owl calls. Also gives barking screams, hisses, and grunts at the nest.
Austral Pygmy-owl
Geographic Range & Migration
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Widespread across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The most widely distributed eagle-owl.
Austral Pygmy-owl
Statut de conservation
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Austral Pygmy-owl
How to Tell Them Apart
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Tawny-brown plumage heavily mottled and streaked with black. Large prominent orange eyes and long ear tufts. Streaked breast and barred belly.
Powerful, dark grey-black hooked bill
Austral Pygmy-owl
About These Birds
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
The Eurasian eagle-owl is one of the largest owl species in the world, with females sometimes reaching a wingspan of nearly two meters. Its deep booming call can be heard up to four kilometers away on calm nights. These apex predators sit at the top of the avian food chain, preying on other raptors including buzzards and smaller owls.
Austral Pygmy-owl
The Austral Pygmy-owl is a small, diurnal owl found in the temperate forests and shrublands of Chile and Argentina. Weighing about 75g with a wingspan of 19cm, it is the southernmost owl in the world and is active during daylight hours. It hunts small birds, insects, and lizards from concealed perches in the forest.