We’ve compiled a list of 11 small owls that measure under a foot in length. The majority of the owls on this list, found in North America, are only between 5-10 inches tall! 1. Boreal Owl. The …

Jan 21, 2020 · Nineteen types of owls are found in the United States, ranging from the diminutive Elf Owl to the massive Great Gray Owl. Check out the complete list.

A small, compact owl with a rather flattened crown. The upperparts are dark brown with whitish streaks and spots, which are large on the back but fine on the head. There are larger whitish …

Learn about some of the characteristics and details that can help identify owls. There are 19 species of owls that breed in the United States and Canada. Visit each page to learn about …

The Northern Pygmy-Owl may be tiny, but it’s a ferocious hunter with a taste for songbirds. These owls are mostly dark brown and white, with long tails, smoothly rounded heads, and piercing …

Sep 21, 2023 · The ferruginous pygmy owl is a small, stout bird with a little head and bright yellow eyes. These owls are predominantly brown in color with cream-colored feathers down their …

The little owl is a small owl with a flat-topped head, a plump, compact body and a short tail. The facial disc is flattened above the eyes giving the bird a frowning expression. The plumage is …

The tawny owl (Strix aluco), also called the brown owl, is a stocky, medium-sized owl in the family Strigidae. It is commonly found in woodlands across Europe, as well as western Siberia, and …

Jun 15, 2023 · Elf Owl: Very small, greyish-brown owl with no ear tufts. Southwestern U.S. Cacti, trees, and buildings. The world’s lightest owl, weighing less than 2 ounces. Flammulated Owl: …