Birds of Ireland: Short-eared owl

Short-eared owls have stiff wingbeats and glide. They are often seen hunting in broad daylight and are regularly seen on the ground

Short-eared owls are about 36-40cm long with a wing span of 98-104cm

Short-eared Owl | Ulchabhán réisc | Asio flammeus

A short-eared owl is about 36-40 centimetres long with a wing span of 98-104 centimetres.