Remarkable Hearing: Great Horned Owls have exceptional hearing, aided by facial discs that help funnel sound to their ears. This allows them to pinpoint prey even in total darkness.

Dietary Diversity: While they are famous for preying on small mammals like rabbits and rodents, Great Horned Owls also eat birds, reptiles, amphibians, and even skunks!

Powerful Grip: Their talons are incredibly strong, capable of exerting a force of over 500 pounds per square inch.

Long Life Span: In the wild, Great Horned Owls can live up to 13 years, and in captivity, they’ve been known to live over 28 years.

Symbol of Strength: In various cultures, Great Horned Owls are seen as symbols of wisdom, strength, and mystery.

                                                John James Audubon's Great Horned Owl Illustrations (Public Domain)