The Eurasian Eagle Owl is one of the largest owls in Norway! These beautiful owls occupy mountainous and rocky habitats, including coniferous forests, steppes, taiga, and grasslands.

Mar 19, 2025 · The Norwegian Blue Owl, scientifically known as Bubo scandiacus, is a majestic bird of prey that inhabits the vast landscapes of Norway. With its striking appearance, characterized by snowy white feathers and piercing yellow eyes, this owl truly stands out …

Nov 25, 2018 · Let’s learn a little bit about 5 of the largest species of owls in the world, and what makes each of them special. Source: wikimedia.org. The Great Horned Owl is the most common owl in the Americas, and gets its name from its iconic feathered “horns” that …

Owls in Norse mythology took on a very different role. For the Nordic people, owls were a symbol of hope and good luck. It was said these creatures had infinite wisdom, and an ability to perceive things others could not (thanks to their ability to navigate the dark).

In this article, readers will discover a curated list of nine enchanting owls that call Norway their habitat. From the elegant Short-eared Owl to the mysterious Snowy Owl, each species is described in detail, showcasing their unique identifying characteristics and preferred habitats.

In July 2007, three adult Snowy Owls breeding in Finnmark in Northern Norway were equipped with satellite transmitters. Since then, these owls have covered vast distances in the Russian Arctic. (Click on the images for larger versions and info)

The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus), [4] also known as the polar owl, the white owl and the Arctic owl, [5] is a large, white owl of the true owl family. [6] Snowy owls are native to the Arctic regions of both North America and the Palearctic, breeding mostly on the tundra. [2]

Jan 24, 2013 · According to historians, people of olden times believed that when the eagle owl let its sinister scream sound in the large Norwegian forests or along the coast, it was a sign of ghosts, accidents, or other terrible things to come.

The great grey owl, also known as the great gray owl, holds the title of the world's largest owl by length. This majestic bird can be found across the Northern Hemisphere and is unique for being the only species in the genus Strix that inhabits both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.

So I managed pictures of seven species of owl taken in Norway and there are still three species that I have not shown. Here are the three remaining species but my pictures are not so good. Thank you, lovely post, and just helped me identify a Hawk Owl seen on a …