Owl

The Owls are the order Strigiformes, comprising 200 extant birds of prey, species. Most are solitary, and nocturnal, with some exception. Owls hunt mostly small mammals, insects, and other birds, though a few species specialize in hunting fish. They are found in all regions of the Earth except Antarctica, most of Greenland, and some remote islands. Like most wildlife, owls are increasingly threatened by loss of habitat due to human activity or climate change.

         The North-Eastern part of Poland has always been a wild territory, covered by huge forests and marshes. But know we have the example of the little owl that has also disappeared from territories in Poland. Another example is the Eagle owl (Bubo bubo), is a very rare breed. In north-eastern Poland there are on average 30-49 pairs. Eagle owl is a protected species. All forestry works are forbidden in the 500 m range within nesting zone in summer and 200 m in winter. The breed is enlisted in Polish Red Book as it is very scarce. It is also protected under Bern Convention and Washington Convention regulations.

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