eagle owl: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Eurasian eagle owl • Bubo bubo

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Cape eagle owl (Bubo capensis) facing forward, showing large yellow eyes, mottled brown and cream feathers, and prominent ear tufts against a dark background.

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