These three young Barred Owls grew up in our local park last year. Barred Owls lay up to 5 eggs, but it is rare for more than 3 to live to maturity. Why?
Answer:
Although it may sound horrible, baby Barred Owls are sometimes cannibalistic. If there are more than 3 baby owls in the nest, the biggest 3 usually kill and eat the smaller babies.
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