Great Horned Owl

Description:

Adult Description Large owl with prominent ear tufts widely spaced on the head. Immature Description Immature owl is like an adult. When young, this owl fledges from nest while still downy around the head and without noticeable ear tufts.

Habitat:

Found from the Arctic tundra to the tropical rainforest, from the desert to suburban backyards, the Great Horned Owl is one of the most widespread and common owls in North America.

Notes:

This bird is at Callaway Gardens in Georgia. I think these owls are also known as hoot owls.