Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus)

In the wild

Origin: Throughout the North and Central Americas and parts of South America.

Diet: Smaller mammals (up to size of rabbit or hare) and birds (up to size of ducks, geese), also reptiles, amphibians and insects.

Habitat: Semi-open with trees, groves, open woodland and shrubs. Near human settlements and in larger parks. Absent from heavy or primary rainforest.