The Tawny Owl is a nocturnal bird of prey and hunts a wide variety of species, primarily small mammals such as mice and voles. They usually hunt by dropping from a perch to seize their prey, which they typically swallow whole.

Tawny OwlLatin Name: Strix alucoSize: 37-39cmFood: Small mammals, rodents, small birds, frogs, fish, insects and worms.