A Eurasian eagle-owl was hatched at the Aviary on March 15 ... weighing as much as nine pounds and possessing a wingspan reaching up to 6 1/2 feet. Visitors can get a look into the chick ...

The largest owl in the world is the Eurasian Eagle-Owl, with females growing to a length of around 75cm. It has distinctive tufts of feathers on its head, which are often mistaken for ears.