Northern Spotted Owl Functionally Extinct Across Much of Its Historic Range

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The northern spotted owl, long a symbol of environmental conservation, has reached functional extinction across many parts of its historical habitat, according to a recent study. Researchers found that the species has suffered severe population declines throughout its range. Key drivers include habitat destruction and increasingly frequent wildfires, which have steadily eroded the owl's living conditions over the years. The invasive barred owl has also emerged as a major competitive threat, further accelerating the decline of the species.

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