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Eastern vs Western Screech-Owl: What’s the Difference?
It’s difficult to ID Eastern and Western screech-owl species—location is your best bet. Hear their call and learn about their ...
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An owl’s ‘shocking’ color should hinder hunting. Scientists may have figured out why it works
but earlier research had suggested that whiter barn owls were more efficient hunters than their darker counterparts during a full moon. Barn owl expert Alexandre Roulin, a professor of biology at ...
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Eastern Screech Owl
The western screech owl’s bill is blackish or dark gray at the base, but gray-plumaged individuals are otherwise nearly identical in appearance and habits to the Eastern gray morph birds.
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NATURAL HISTORY
DESCRIPTION: The northern spotted owl is a medium-sized, dark brown owl with a barred tail; white spots on its head, neck, and back; and dark brown eyes surrounded by a large, heart-shaped facial disk ...
Night Owl or Early Bird? What It Says About Your Personality
Early birds love morning coffee dates and workouts. Night owls are pros at binge-watching and late-night snacking. Do you ...
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Spotlight: the owl butterfly
As evening looms it takes to the air to battle with the other males in hope of getting a date.' Researchers think the dark owl eyes on its wings are a case of camouflage, warding off predators by ...
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NATURAL HISTORY
Adult females are slightly smaller and darker than males. HABITAT: Typical burrowing owl habitat is open, dry, sparsely vegetated land with available burrows, adequate food supply, and perches for ...