Rare birds and rarely observed behavior: mutual preening strengthens bonds between mating pairs. Thanks to Yosemite Conservancy for supporting great grey owl research! | Yosemite National Park

Among the largest in its family, the Great Gray Owl holds the title as North America’s longest owl species. This majestic bird’s size, coloration, and range have inspired a host of nicknames, including Spectral Owl, Lapland Owl, Spruce Owl, and Sooty Owl. The Great Gray’s lightly mottled plumage, speckled with lighter gray, tan, and white, allows it to blend beautifully into the wooded environments it favors. Its large head lacks ear tufts, and it has an especially large facial disk and piercing

Great Grey Owl fly by… | Ken Anderson Photography

Great Grey Owl flying back to the fence after a failed attempt to catch a vole. Not every attack is successful. | Ken Anderson Photography

Great Grey Owl hunting in a snow globe… #owl #greatgreyowl | Ken Anderson Photography

That clumsy friend. By Canada In The Rough | 9GAG

The Great Grey Owl Hunts at Dusk" A great grey owl glides silently through the twilight forest, its immense wings spread like pale shadows, piercing yellow eyes locked on the faintest rustle beneath the snow as it hunts. We bring the amazing stories from the wild! AWPC WILD HUB ------------------ #awpcwildhub #wildstory #GreatGreyOwl #SilentHunter #GhostOfTheForest #OwlPhotography #WildlifePredator | AWPC WILD HUB