Wonders of Wildlife: Barred Owl
Barred Owl Other Common Names: swamp owl, hoot owl, rain owl Scientific Name: Strix varia Found in Alabama: Year-round, Statewide Diet: Carnivore (eats animals) |
Barred Owl in Habitat
flickr - Ralph Daily Click image to enlarge it |
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CLASSIFICATION | ||
What type of animal am I?
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The Barred Owl is a BIRD! |
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Barred Owl flickr - Shenandoah National Park Click image to enlarge it |
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Barred Owls can see at night: | |
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Barred Owls are effective hunters: | |
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Barred Owl Taking Flight
flickr - Matthew Paulson Click image to enlarge it |
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Barred Owls are good climbers: | |
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Birds can digest whole prey: | |
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Barred Owls are nocturnal: | |
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Baby Barred Owls Wikimedia - William H. Majoros Click image to enlarge it |
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Animals play an important ecological role in the health of habitats and ecosystems. | ||
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