Look for flashes of white on dark roads, and you might spot an American barn owl. Learn about a barn owl call, nest, wings and meaning.

The legs are skinny and long and being that this species is a “bird-of-prey,” the talons on the feet are quite impressive. The Barn Owl is the only member of their genus that live north of Mexico.

A barn owl returned to Jackal Creek after it was taken for treatment, and residents were there to witness the release. March 10, 2025 Mthulisi Lwazi Khuboni 2 minutes read ...

The barn owl’s brilliant white underbelly is the key to its success as a nocturnal hunter, allowing the bird to camouflage itself against the moon, according to new research.