The northern spotted owl (Strix occidentalis caurina) is one of three spotted owl subspecies. A western North American bird in the family Strigidae, genus Strix, it is a medium-sized dark brown owl native to the Pacific Northwest.

A tiny owl with a catlike face, oversized head, and bright yellow eyes, the Northern Saw-whet Owl is practically bursting with attitude. Where mice and other small mammals are concerned this fierce, silent owl is anything but cute.

The northern saw-whet owl (Aegolius acadicus) is a species of small owl in the family Strigidae. The species is native to North America . Saw-whet owls of the genus Aegolius are some of the smallest owl species in North America.

7" (18 cm). A very small owl with no "ear" tufts. Overall warm brown, with reddish streaks on white chest. Juveniles in summer are chocolate brown with tawny buff belly, white eyebrows. In far north, see Boreal Owl (rare).

A tiny owl with a catlike face, oversized head, and bright yellow eyes, the Northern Saw-whet Owl is practically bursting with attitude. Where mice and other small mammals are concerned this fierce, silent owl is anything but cute.

2022年3月15日 · The northern spotted owl is the largest of three subspecies of spotted owls, and inhabits structurally complex forests from southwestern British Columbia, through Washington and Oregon, and into northern California.

Pint-sized owl of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico; found in northern forests and western mountains. Prefers areas with conifers and thick understory. Fairly common, but shy and difficult to see. Patterned with brown and white overall, with streaked white forehead and blotchy rusty-brown streaks below. No ear tufts.

Learn facts about the northern spotted owl’s habitat, diet, range, life history, and more.

The Northern Saw-Whet Owl ranges over much of North America, so your chances are good that one might live near you. Northern Saw-Whet Owls are small and reddish brown with a large, round head, yellow eyes, black beak, and feathered feet.

The barred owl (Strix varia), also known as the northern barred owl, striped owl or, more informally, hoot owl or eight-hooter owl, is a North American large species of owl.