How many eggs do great horns lay?

On average, great horns lay two eggs, but they can lay one to five eggs. They usually only have one brood per season, although they will lay more eggs if the original clutch is taken or destroyed.

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1. Why did the owls “steal” the osprey’s nest?
2. How many eggs do great horns lay?
3. How long is the incubation period?
4. How old are the owls when they fledge?
5. What do great horned owls eat?
6. How can they eat bones and fur/feathers?