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Since owls are birds of prey they need to hunt and kill other animals to survive. Their diet mainly includes fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, small animals and insects. The type of food really depends on the species of owl. For example, the Asian Fish Owl and the African Fishing Owl are highly specialized at catch fish while the barn owl is specialized in catching mice.
I know the ones around here hunt mice, rats, small mamals, other birds, maybe snakes. What ever is active at night, since they are nocturnal. owls also eat rabits and other owls. Yes, Owls do eat Snakes and other small reptiles. I have something to add though. most owls do eat field mice, rats, small mammals, and small birds. they also eat frogs and small snakes.