Owls. Like most wildlife in their natural habitats, owls are not likely to be seen often. Nocturnal and often solitary, they are usually shy of humans and avoid them when possible. Specialized wing feathers allow them to fly silently, enabling them to catch prey easier and avoid detection. Owl Natural History. read more
Owl Natural Habitat Owls are well known as being very versatile birds when it comes to their habitat. They are able to live in a variety of locations and some of those may surprise you. read more
Different species are associated with different habitats; for example the barn owl has adapted to nest in old buildings; tawny owls are common in parks and gardens, while snowy owls are found in northern tundra. read more
The barn owl requires a specific habitat in which to live. The many species of owls found in North America occupy quite a range of natural habitats. Owls, depending upon their species, live from the cold tundra of the far northern portions of the continent to the hot and arid southwest deserts. read more