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A distinctive call
‘Hoo-hoo-hoo! That’s the sound an eagle owl makes. Its call is distinctive, but they have good camouflage, so you won’t spot them easily.’
Discover in real lifeHabitat:
Europe and Asia
Food:
frogs, mice, rabbits and hares
Lifespan:
60 years
Weight:
1.5 to 4 kg
Number of eggs:
1 to 4 eggs
Incubation period:
34 days
IUCN Status:
safe
EEP:
no
About the Eurasian eagle-owl
The Eurasian eagle-owl is found not only in Europe, but also in Asia. These birds can live for up to 60 years and weigh up to 4 kg. They feed on frogs, mice, rabbits and hares.
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Species conservation in Eindhoven Zoo
Fortunately, the status of the Eurasian eagle-owl is safe. But unfortunately, many of the species you see in the park are endangered and struggling in their original habitats. Did you know that worldwide more than 10,000 animal species are threatened with extinction are endangered? Together we can help them, with big, or small steps. Want to know how?