Great Horned Owl families grow by two!


Two Great Horned Owlets were hatched in late winter between two nests on Seabrook Island. And like all young families, the parents have been busy feeding and caring for them around the clock.

Adult Great Horned Owl with Owlet

These little nestlings are helpless when born, covered in white down and completely dependent on mom and dad. But they grow quickly, leaving the nest to climb around on surrounding branches at five weeks, and flying within 9-10 weeks. Their parents continue to care for and feed them for several months.

Adult Great Horned Owl with young owl

We’ve taken care to respect their privacy and give them plenty of space to raise their familes undisturbed. We’re very excited to be able to share their photos and reveal these adorable cuties!

Welcome to our world, little Owls!

Photos by Glen Cox, taken from a safe distance with a 400mm lens.

Author: sibirders

SEABROOK ISLAND BIRDERS / “watching, learning, protecting” Seabrook Island Birders (SIB) are residents, renters and guests of Seabrook Island, SC who have an interest in learning, protecting and providing for the well-being of the incredible variety of birds that inhabit Seabrook Island throughout the year.

One thought on “Great Horned Owl families grow by two!”

  1. thanks for sharing information this time and all through the year. You provide a great service to us wanna be birders!

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