The northern spotted owl, strix occidentalis caurina, is one of the largest owls in North America. They measure 16.5 to 19 inches (41 to 48 centimeters) long and have a wingspan that reaches 45 to 48 inches (114 to 122 centimeters) from wingtip to wingtip. They weigh 1 to 2 pounds (0.45 to 0.9 kilograms) ...
The rainforest is home to many predatory animals, including a large number of birds of prey. These birds include eagles, owls and vultures. Predatory birds are carnivorous and are known to feed off other birds and smaller animals. Some of birds of prey are endangered; others are not but are rapidly declining in population due ...
One of Toledo’s largest Metro Parks is Oak Openings, which is located at: 4139 Girdham Rd. (2 miles west of the Toledo Express Airport) Swanton Ohio Oak Openings Park contains approximately 3743 acres of very diverse landscapes, making the part a naturalist’s paradise consisting of sand dunes, which hosts plant life such as wild lupines, ...
Amazing facts about the beautiful Great Horned Owl – They don’t have horns – The two things sticking up from the Great Horned owls head are tufts of feathers called Plumicorns. They are not horns or ears. Their ears are different from each other – Owls hear exceptionally well because one ear is positioned higher ...
When considering a visit to Illinois, most people think of the world-class city of Chicago. Chicago is, to be sure, one of the most engaging places you’ll find. However, Illinois is full of natural wonders, historical places and points of interest… if you know where to look. From movie locations to natural oddities, Illinois is ...
The great horned owl, bubo virginianus, is the most common owl in North and South America. They measure 18 to 25 inches (45 to 63 centimeters) long and weigh 2 to 5.5 pounds (1 to 2.5 kilograms). Their wingspan is an impressive 3.3 to 5 feet (1 to 1.5 meters) from wingtip to wingtip. A ...
Bird watching can be both exciting and relaxing, but when it comes to owls and bird watching, it can sometimes be spectacular. Although you will rarely catch sight of owls in Houston, Texas during the day, you can often glimpse them as the sun is setting or in the early dawn. There are several species ...
In an excerpt from “Owls” Mary Oliver writes in a relatively connotative formal style. This excerpt generates a vivid representation of the divergence of fear and calmness. Her Intellectual vocabulary and connotative formal language contributes to the feelings of apprehension, and after a dramatic tone change within the piece a new feeling of serenity. The ...
When I was a child, I used to hate city zoos. Most city zoos were basically strings of animal cages with miserable looking animals milling around aimlessly. I felt so very sorry for the animals, many of whom looked as if they had been crying. Thankfully, zoos are evolving into wonderfully open fresh air venues. ...
Are you planning on introducing your Pre-K students to owls this year? Maybe you just want to include the feathered creatures in an “O” themed unit. Either way, you may find one of the following ideas suitable: Bulletin Board Set-Up Why not start the unit by decorating your classroom’s wall with a colorful “O is ...