The Barred Owl (Strix varia) is a large typical owl native to North America. Best known as the Hoot Owl for its distinctive call, it goes by many other names, including Eight Hooter, Rain Owl, Wood Owl, and Striped Owl.
B - size | large (16-32 inches) |
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C -primary colors | brown |
E -underparts | brown, buff, white |
F - upperparts | brown, buff, white |
G - back pattern | mottled |
H - belly pattern | streaked |
I - breast pattern | barred |
J - bill shape | hooked |
K - eye color | brown |
L - head pattern | streaked |
M - crown color | brown, buff |
N - forehead color | brown, buff, white |
O - nape color | brown, buff, white |
P - throat color | brown, buff, white |
Q - wing shape | broad |
R - tail shape | notched |
S - upper tail | brown, buff, white |
T - under tail | brown, buff, white |
U - leg color | brown, white |
A - present | fall, spring, summer, winter |
D - breeds here | yes |