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Nocturnal Birds

Birds that are active at night

3 birds in this category

Barn Owl in flight
FeaturedLeast Concern

Barn Owl

Tyto alba

The most widely distributed species of owl.

32-40 cm
Snowy Owl on snow
FeaturedVulnerable

Snowy Owl

Bubo scandiacus

A large, white owl native to Arctic regions.

52-71 cm
Great Horned Owl
Least Concern

Great Horned Owl

Bubo virginianus

A large, powerful owl with prominent ear tufts.

43-64 cm
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