OWLS

of Southern Ontario

These birds vary greatly in size, ranging from very small Saw Whet Owl, to the large Great Horned Owl.

They are mainly nocturnal and typically have the large eyes and facial disc of their species, sensitive hearing and in general, are rodent eaters.

These birds all have short tails and large heads, and hunt for food on the wing. Femals are usually larger than the males, whereas in other birds, the opposite is the norm.

For information on the various species of Owl click the links below.

Barn Owl

Barred Owl

Boreal Owl

Great Horned Owl

Long Eared Owl

Northern Saw Whet Owl

Screech Owl

Short Eared Owl

Snowy Owl

This page is under construction
and more information will be added in the coming months.