Owls

OWLS

"SPOTTED OWL"

Did you know...- Spotted owls are one of the only owl species with dark colored eyes — most have yellow or orange eyes.-There are three subspecies of spotted owl — the Northern, California, and Mexican.-The spotted owl is also known as the Canyon Owl, Brown-Eyed Owl, Wood Owl, and Hoot Owl.-The spotted owl does not migrate during the winter

Scientific Name: Strix OccidentalisSize: 18" in length, 42" average wingspanHabitat: Lower elevation coniferous forests, especially old-growthStatus: State and federally threatened species__________________________In Oregon, spotted owls tipically occupy Douglas-firs,grand firs,ponderosa pines and incense cedars.

-The spotted owl is also known as the Canyon Owl, Brown-Eyed Owl, Wood Owl, and Hoot Owl.-The spotted owl does not migrate during the winter

By:Jonah Hergert