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 …

One of the most common owls in forests across northern North America (and across the U.S. in winter), saw-whets are highly nocturnal and seldom seen. Their high-pitched too-too-too call is …

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 …

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.

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. …

Saw-whet owls are one of the smallest owl species in North America. These adorable owls can be found in dense thickets, often at eye level, and are often in danger of being preyed upon by …

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, …

The tiny Northern Saw-whet Owl is almost as diminutive as the Elf Owl and Peru's Long-whiskered Owlet. Named for its repeated tooting whistle, some say the bird sounds like a saw …

Nov 2, 2020 · Northern Saw-whet Owls feed almost entirely on small mammals, Deer mice being the primary prey, followed by shrews and voles. Other mammals include squirrels, moles, …

Apr 16, 2024 · The northern saw-whet owl is one of the smallest and cutest owls—as long as you aren't a mouse. Learn where you can spot this species.