What is the approximate wingspan of an adult snowy owl?

An adult snowy owl has an approximate wingspan of 1.5 metres.

This broad wingspan helps the snowy owl hunt across open Arctic tundra. The species is one of the heaviest owls, and its large wings provide enough lift for powerful but relatively quiet flight. The owl can search wide areas for lemmings and other small animals.

Snowy owls breed in the Arctic and are strongly associated with treeless landscapes. Their white plumage provides camouflage in snowy habitats, although females and younger birds usually show more dark barring than adult males. Plumage therefore varies considerably between individuals.

A wingspan of about 1.5 metres is an approximate adult measurement, not an identical size for every bird. Wingspan can differ with sex, age, and individual condition. The snowy owl is also called the Arctic owl or great white owl, but its scientific name is Bubo scandiacus.