Reproduction
Mating Season: Mid February to March.
Gestation: Around 2 months.
Clutch size: 2-4 eggs.
Most nest sites are natural tree cavities, although Mexican spotted owls also use caves, potholes in cliff ledges and stick nests built by other birds. The young leave the nest at 32-36 days old to perch on surrounding branches, and can fly short distances at 40-45 days. Three weeks after leaving the nest, the young can use their talons to hold and tear prey on their own. Survival rate for the young is low.
Source: http://www.defenders.org/wildlife_and_habitat/wildlife/spotted_owl,_mexican.php
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