8 Owls in Ohio That You Can Actually See

Medium to large with round head, distinct hooting call. Dark brown upperparts, pale underparts. Active at night, nests in trees.

birdzilla.com

Barred Owl

Large, ear-tufted, nocturnal predator found across North America. Diverse habitats, strong grip, distinctive hooting call.

birdzilla.com

Great Horned Owl

Small owl, 8.5" length, 20" wingspan. Mottled plumage, ear tufts, distinctive call. Common in wooded areas, nests in tree cavities.

birdzilla.com

Eastern Screech-Owl

Medium-sized brown owl, distinctive dark eye patches, active day/night in open fields. Nests on the ground, migrates widely.

birdzilla.com

Short-eared Owl

Small, brown, forest-dwelling owl with distinctive call. Found in North America. Breeds in coniferous forests.

birdzilla.com

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Arctic resident, winters in open areas. Large, white with yellow eyes. Daytime hunter, nests on ground. Unmistakable in appearance.

birdzilla.com

Snowy Owl

Medium-large, pale owl with heart-shaped face. 16" length, 42" wingspan. Hisses loudly. Hunts in open areas, nests in various structures.

birdzilla.com

Barn Owl

Lined Circle
Arrow

Swipe Up To  Learn More

BirdZilla