Amazing 18 Owl Species

Striped Owl
Striped owl in a tree

The beautifully marked striped owl (Asio clamator) has distinctive ear tufts in addition to its black, white, and cinnamon-colored streaks.

This true owl can be found only in Central and South America. It has a huge range that includes marshlands, savannas, and woodlands. Comfortable at elevations ranging from sea level to 1,400 feet, these large owls roost in thick tropical foliage to avoid detection.

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