so it turned out, that snowy Owls were poor falconry birds compared to hawks and falcons. they were harder to train, they are more independent and less response to humans. Specialised Hunters, in the wild they mostly hunt lemmings and small mammals not the typical falconry prey. Temperamental- Many were aggressive, stubborn or unpredictable climate needs- They are adapted to cold artic environments and don't do well in warmer climates. Low Hunting Drive- Compared to falcons and hawks, many snowy