RESEARCH

ARCTIC PREDATORS

SPECIES PROFILE

Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus)


The Snowy Owl has a circumpolar distribution, with individuals making irregular migrations to the south in winter.  MRF is considering investigating the Snowy Owl as part of its Arctic research program.  A full species profile for the Snowy Owl will be posted here if it is selected for study.



Snowy Owl roosting in a tree near Lake Ontario in winter.  Photo © 2004 Marcel A. Gahbauer

 


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