This Majestic, Silent Killer Can Fly At 80KMPH

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The Northern Hawk Owl is known as a silent and efficient hunter that can reach speeds of 80 kilometers per hour.

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This combination of stealth and speed makes it a formidable predator in the boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere.

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While cruising, the Northern Hawk Owl can fly at speeds of up to 50 mph (80 kph). In a dive, it can reach even higher speeds.

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The owl is a swift and direct flyer. Its flight path often consists of powerful wingbeats followed by long glides.

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It will often fly low to the ground to attack its prey with great speed.

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This raptor has the ability to hover in the air, allowing it to pinpoint prey from a high vantage point.

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It can hear a vole moving under a layer of snow and then dive powerfully to snatch it.

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They are known for their silent flight, which gives them a deadly advantage when hunting.

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