Northern Long-eared Owl

Scientific name: Asio otus
Mongolian name: Соотон гуйванга
Order: Strigiformes
Bird family: Strigidae (Typical owls)
Conservation status: LC

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The  northern long-eared owl (Asio otus) is a medium-sized species of owl with an extensive breeding range and breeds in many areas through Europe and Asia, as well as in North America.

Length : Male 35–38 cm

Wingspan: 90–100 cm

Weight : female 37–40 cm, 260–435 g

Population : 2,000,000-5,500,000 individuals

Habitat: inhabits dense vegetation adjacent to open areas such as grassland

Diet: Mainly small mammals as mice

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