Snowy Owl (Nyctia scandiaca)

 

Photos by BarrytheBirder

The Snowy Owl is circumpolar breeding in Canada, Alaska and the Aleutians.  It practically is never seen perched in a tree, preferring instead to sit on the ground, rooftops or other exposed perching places.   In the far north, its main food supply is lemmings.   Lemming populations fluctuate and when they decrease 'Snowies' must migrate south to avoid starvation.   In lower latitudes, Snowy Owls prey on rabbits and other small game.

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