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Northern Spotted Owl
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Spotted owls are one of the few owls that have dark colored eyes. Most owls have eyes colored from yellow to red-orange.
The spotted owl serves as an "indicator species" for old-growth forests, meaning scientists study it to get a larger picture of the health of the ecosystem in which it lives.
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Height: About 18 inches.
Length: About 18 inches (wingspan of around 48 inches).
Weight: 1-2 lbs; males smaller than females.
Lifespan: May live as long as 10 years in the wild and 15-20 years in captivity.
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Endangered Species Act:
Threatened
IUCN Red List:
Near Threatened
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