In Photos: Owls

Owls are some of the most widely dispersed birds in the world found on all the continents bar Antarctica. Their characteristic round face and forward-facing eyes are key identifiers for these predatory birds.

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Barn Owl

Barn owls perfectly exhibit the characteristic owl face disc that helps to channel sound to the owl's ears.
Snowy Owl

Living in cold climates, snowy owls have thick downy feathers that extend over their bare feet.
Tawny Owl

Tawny owls are common throughout the United Kingdom. Females and males can be heard communicating with each other at night with their "too-wit" and "to-woo" calls.
Horned Owl

The "horn" ear-tufts of this group of owls is a common identifier, although not every species exhibits them.
Screech Owl

A rather bedraggled-looking screech owl sits on a branch.

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In Photos: Owls

Barn Owl

Snowy Owl

Tawny Owl

Horned Owl

Screech Owl

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