Information about the barking owl, including conservation status, habitat, distribution and life history. The smallest of Australia's owls, the southern boobook hides by day in tree hollows or thick foliage, and comes out at night to feed on insects, small birds and mammals.

Australia is home to eleven owl species. From our smallest species the Southern Boobook, to the Powerful Owl - owls can be found in various habitats from wet rain forests to open woodlands.

The powerful owl is an adept nocturnal hunter with its strong beak, piercingly sharp talons and bright eyes like night vision goggles. The powerful owl is Australia’s largest owl but is hard to spot because it is quiet and inhabits dense vegetation.

The large Powerful Owl might just be active in your backyard. Powerful Owls are an important top predator and are listed as Vulnerable in Queensland. Powerful Owls require plenty of food in their territories as well as large tree hollows for breeding.

Description: The southern boobook is the smallest and probably the most common species of owl in Australia. It is dark chocolate-brown above and rufous-brown below, heavily streaked and spotted with white.

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The powerful owl is the largest of Australia’s owls. It is often spotted roosting during sunrise and sunset with half-eaten prey. The owl’s diet consists of medium-sized tree dwelling marsupials such as gliders and possums.

Seven species of owl are found within South East Queensland, the most abundant and widespread being the Southern Boobook. All owl species are heavily reliant upon sufi cient intact habitat that supports a diversity of prey species.

Volunteers keep an eye on urban Powerful Owls in Greater Sydney or Queensland. The Powerful Owl is Australia's largest owl. They're mostly found in forests, but they also occur in our cities, and that's where they need our help most.

One of the great hunters of the sky, the powerful owl is Australia’s largest owl species. This nocturnal bird has captured the attention of nature lovers world-wide, thanks to its commanding presence in the air and effortless hunting style.