The great horned owl is one of the largest and most powerful owl species in America. | National Geographic History

Great horned owls are the largest owl species here in Orange County, they’re also the most common although not commonly seen as they are nocturnal. Once in a while, they come out before the sun goes down though! These owls play a vital role in the ecosystem but keeping the rodent population in check. Their biggest threats are being hit by vehicles and rodenticides. When you place poisonous boxes out for rodents, you’re killing the animals they prey on these rodents and therefore throwing the eco