Eastern Screech-Owl
Megascops asio
Physical Characteristics
Size
6.3-9.8 inches
Wingspan
18.9-24 inches
Weight
4.2-8.6 oz
Plumage
Small, stocky, ear tufts, either red or gray color morph, yellow eyes
Distinctive Features
Small
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Wooded suburbs, parks, woodlots
🍽️ Diet
Insects, small mammals, birds
🦅 Behavior
Strictly nocturnal, roosts in cavities, uses nest boxes
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Non-migratory resident
🎵 Sounds
Descending whinny or monotone trill
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Eastern Screech-Owls have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 6.3-9.8 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Eastern Screech-Owl sound like?
Eastern Screech-Owls make Descending whinny or monotone trill. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Eastern Screech-Owls live?
Eastern Screech-Owls inhabit wooded suburbs, parks, woodlots. Non-migratory resident
What do Eastern Screech-Owls eat?
The diet of Eastern Screech-Owls consists primarily of insects, small mammals, birds. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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