Eastern Screech-Owl (Megascops asio)
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About Eastern Screech-Owl (Megascops asio)
- Kingdom: Animals
- Phylum: Chordates
- Class: Birds
- Order: Owls And Nightjars
- Family: Typical Owls
The eastern screech owl or eastern screech-owl is a small owl that is relatively common in Eastern North America, from Mexico to Canada. This species resides in most types of woodland habitats across its range, and is relatively adaptable to urban and developed areas compared to other owls. Although it often lives in close proximity to humans, the eastern screech owl frequently avoids detection due to its strictly nocturnal habits.
Source: Wikipedia
Visits
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1983-06-06
Elgin, United States of AmericaIn the yard behind my parents house in a hole in the tree. -
2012-07-11
Theodore Roosevelt National Park - South Unit, United States of AmericaHeard from the campsite. -
2013-04-15
Balcones Canyonlands NWR--Refuge HQ (Travis Co.), United States of AmericaHeard Only -
2025-03-14
Portland, United States of America
