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These beloved raptors are known for their impressive hoots, of course, but their language consists of a multitude of sounds: yelps, whistles, barks, and beak snaps, just to name a few. Here are five common North American species and their most oft-used calls.
Most owls are nocturnal, and they use their voices to establish territories and attract mates in the dark. Several species begin nesting during as early as midwinter, which is one reason why you...
There's more to owl sounds than just “hoo, hoo.” Each species of owl has its own unique call — sometimes more than one. If you've heard owl sounds at night around your neighborhood and are wondering about the caller's identity, you're in the right place.
Barred Owls have a distinctive hooting call of 8–9 notes, described as “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you-all?” This call carries well through the woods and is fairly easy to imitate.
Typical call - Malindi, Kilifi, Kenya.
Below, you will learn how to identify the CALLS, SOUNDS, AND HOOTS of a Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus). You should be able to hear Great Horned Owls no matter where you live. They are widespread and found almost everywhere in North America! In my opinion, no other owl has better “hooting” than the Great Horned Owl.
Listen to the calls of the Barn Owl, Eastern Screech-Owl, Western Screech-Owl, and Barred Owl while focusing on detailed photo portraits, then practice to see if you can identify each distinctive call.