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The Great Horned Owl is one of North America's most powerful and adaptable predators, recognized by its large ear tufts (which are actually just feathers, not ears) and piercing yellow eyes. These formidable hunters can take prey much larger than themselves, from skunks to other raptors, using silent flight and crushing talons. Found in nearly every habitat from arctic tundra to tropical rainforests, these apex predators command respect wherever they roost.