Owls are some of the most fascinating birds in the world, known for their silent flight, keen hunting skills, and striking appearances. Among them, the largest species stand out not only for their ...

The biggest brood of barn owls in Northern Ireland has been recorded near Crumlin, County Antrim. The world welcomed five chicks of the endangered species on private farmland near Lough Neagh.

The largest owl in the world is the Eurasian Eagle-Owl, with females growing to a length of around 75cm. It has distinctive tufts of feathers on its head, which are often mistaken for ears.

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The Verreaux’s eagle owl is the largest owl species found in Africa and the only type in the world to have pink eyelids. Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, X, and Instagram, Send your story ...

The great grey owl is one of the largest owls in the world and Manitoba’s provincial bird. It’s not a very agile flier but is still a deadly predator. It prefers to strike from short distances ...