Meet the magnificent owl species that call Western Connecticut home. Learn about their habits, habitats, and conservation needs.
Strix varia
Known for their distinctive "Who cooks for you?" call, Barred Owls are large, stocky owls with rounded heads and no ear tufts. They are year-round residents of Connecticut's mature forests.
Bubo virginianus
The most widespread owl in North America, the Great Horned Owl is a powerful predator with distinctive ear tufts. They adapt to various habitats and are among the earliest nesting birds in Connecticut.
Megascops asio
A small, well-camouflaged owl that comes in both gray and rufous morphs. Despite their name, their call is a mellow trill or whinny. They readily use nest boxes, making them ideal for our nest box program.
Fascinating facts about the owls of Connecticut.
Owls have special feather adaptations that allow them to fly almost silently, helping them surprise their prey.
Owls can rotate their heads up to 270 degrees because they cannot move their eyes within their sockets like humans.
Owl eyes are designed for low-light conditions, with large pupils that can dilate widely to capture every available photon.
Every nest box we install helps provide safe habitat for these magnificent birds. Apply for a nest box or support our work today.