The Verreaux's or Giant Eagle Owl is the largest of the family in Africa. They are powerful nocturnal predators of mammals and larger birds.

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The Verreaux's or Giant Eagle Owl is the largest of the family in Africa. They are powerful nocturnal predators of mammals and larger birds, such as guineafowl.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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