It’s one of the most common owls in North America, equally at home in deserts, wetlands, forests, grasslands, backyards, cities, and almost any other semi-open habitat between the Arctic and the tropics.

The Great horned owl occurs primarily in woodlands and open fields, scattered throughout its range. However, the species can also be found in mangroves, grasslands, swampy and marshy areas as well as deserts.

Great Horned Owls begin nesting very early in the north, and their deep hoots may be heard rolling across the forest on mid-winter nights.

The great horned owl is among the world's most adaptable owls or even bird species in terms of habitat. The great horned owl can take up residence in trees that border all manner of deciduous, coniferous, and mixed forests, tropical rainforests, pampas, prairie, mountainous areas, deserts, subarctic tundra, rocky coasts, mangrove swamp forests ...

2025年1月4日 · Great horned owl, (Bubo virginianus), horned owl species that ranges from Arctic tree limits south to the Strait of Magellan. A powerful, mottled-brown predator, it is often more than 2 feet (60 cm) long, with a wingspan often approaching 80 inches (200 cm). It usually eats small rodents and birds.

2023年11月14日 · Great horned owls are one of the most widespread owl species in North America. They can be found across a variety of habitats from coast to coast and from Mexico to the Arctic. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at exactly where great horned owls live and what types of habitats they prefer.

The Great Horned Owl is one of the most common and widespread owls in North America, found all across the continent up to the northern tree line. They occupy almost every habitat type, including deserts, wetlands, deciduous forests, old-growth forests, grasslands, city landscapes, and almost any other habitat.

2024年9月7日 · Discover the captivating world of the Great Horned Owl in our complete guide. Learn how to identify this majestic bird by its striking size, tufted "ears," and brilliant yellow eyes. Explore its diverse habitats, nocturnal hunting behavior, and unique vocalizations.

2024年6月5日 · Great horned owls are found in a variety of habitats, including coniferous and deciduous woodlands, mountainous areas, open country, or even semi-desert scrubland or urban areas. They seem to prefer lowlands that have wooded areas for nesting and perching, as well as a nearby source of water.

2024年9月29日 · Preferred Habitat: Forests, deserts, wetlands, grasslands, and urban areas. They are incredibly versatile and thrive in densely wooded areas and open fields. Nesting Sites: Typically nest in abandoned nests of other large birds, tree hollows, cliff ledges, or even human-made structures like barns.