Eagle Owl Behavior and Survival Strategies

As evening falls, the eagle owl vigilantly scans her territory. Her offspring, though capable of flying and hunting, still depends on her for food. The mother owl is quick to defend her territory against any threat, including a wild boar. She employs scare tactics and optical illusions to appear larger and deter intruders.

What does the eagle owl do as evening approaches?

• She goes to sleep.

• She starts hunting for food.

• She begins to scan her territory.

• She calls out to other owls.

How does the young eagle owl survive?

• It relies entirely on its mother for food.

• It can fly and hunt for its own food.

• It eats only insects.

• It scavenges for leftovers.

What is the mother eagle owl's reaction to potential threats?

• She quickly goes on the defensive.

• She hides in her nest.

• She ignores them.

• She flies away.

What strategy does the eagle owl use against a wild boar?

• She uses scare tactics and optical illusions.

• She builds a barrier.

• She attacks it directly.

• She calls for help from other owls.

Why does the eagle owl use optical illusions?

• To entertain her offspring.

• To appear smaller and less threatening.

• To confuse her prey.

• To appear larger and more intimidating.