Most owls, the researchers note, have a lot of color in their feathers, which helps them blend into their surroundings, making it easier to catch mice, rats and other prey. But the barn owl has a ...

Understanding how owl hearing works tells us more about how they can find and catch prey in near darkness. The ears of an owl lack any obvious external structure and are hidden within the feathers ...

The elf owl, the smallest owl in the world, inhabits the deserts of the southwestern US and Mexico. Measuring 12-14 cm and ...

The Eastern screech owl hunts mainly in flight instead of from the perch. They hunt mostly open wood lands, along tree row edges and wetlands. When prey is spotted they swoop down and grab the prey ...

This winter, northern Minnesota is experiencing an influx of owl species, particularly the Boreal Owl and the Great Gray Owl.

The snowy owl is an iconic bird of prey known for its bright white plumage, but spotting one in the wild is a rare treat. For those hoping to catch a glimpse in southern Alberta, a local bird ...