"Owls are one of the most interesting and well-known predatory birds due to their distinctive calls and unique facial appearances. There are about 230 species of owls, and they inhabit various habitats around the world. Nine species can be found in Illinois, but although some of them are permanent residents in the state, other species are very rare. Here is a list of rare owls found in Illinois!"
"1. Long-Eared Owl"
"The long-eared owl has a length of about 12 to 16 inches but has a fairly large wingspan of 36 to 42 inches. They are usually light brown in color but have dark brown markings on their body and wings."
The translated text is: "Long-eared owls live and nest further north but migrate to the upper two-thirds of the state during the winter. Although rarely found in this state, they are present from October to April and inhabit forests and woodlands, although they also hunt in open land."
"2. Northern Eagle Owl"
the northern owl that only inhabits the northernmost regions of the state during the winter. The northern owl has a length of 14 to 16 inches with a wingspan of about 18 inches. They are dark brown with white spots and markings and black lines around their faces.
"According to their name, they are often considered to have an appearance similar to that of an eagle. The northern owl is active during the day and is often found in boreal forests."
The translation of "3. Burung Hantu Bersalju" to English is "3. Snowy Owl".
"The amazing snowy owl is easily distinguished by its white appearance. Snowy owls sometimes have black or brown markings on their bodies and wings and have a wingspan of about 51 inches. The northern eagle owl regularly resides in the Arctic region and migrates south during the winter."
"However, they are classified as very rare in the US state because Illinois is at the southern tip of their wintering range. These birds tend to prefer open areas such as fields or grasslands as their favorite habitat."
"4. Eastern Screech Owl"
The eastern screech owl is one of the small owls with a length of about six to ten inches. This owl is gray to reddish-brown with small ear tufts. They live throughout the state and can be observed in various habitats, including forests, grasslands, and urban areas.
The Eastern screech owl breeds in April and May and usually nests in tree cavities. They are active at night and come out at night to hunt small mammals, birds, and insects.
"5. Great Horned Owl"
The great horned owl is a species that resides in the US states year-round. They inhabit a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and parks. Most of them are active at night, although they are sometimes seen at dawn and dusk.
The translated text is: "The great horned owl has a length of about 17 to 25 inches and a wingspan of nearly five feet. They are usually brownish-gray with reddish coloration on the face and white spots on the throat."
The translation of "6. Burung Hantu yang Dilarang" to English is "6. The Forbidden Owl".
One of the most common owls in Illinois is the barred owl, which lives throughout the state. Their preferred habitat is forests and woodlands, particularly in areas near water.
"They usually nest in tree cavities, and the breeding season occurs between February and April. The forbidden owl has a length of about 16 to 25 inches, with a wingspan of 50 to 60 inches."
"7. Owl Warehouse"
"The barn owl, which is a permanent resident in Illinois. The barn owl has a length of about 13 to 16 inches, with a wingspan of three to four feet."
"They have heart-shaped faces and brightly colored bodies with lighter undersides. Barn owls are active at night, although they can also be seen around dawn and dusk. They prefer open habitats but will nest in barns and outbuildings as well as in trees."
"8. Northern Saw-whet Owl"
The smallest owl in Illinois is the northern saw-whet owl, which measures only six to nine inches in length, with a wingspan of 16 to 20 inches. They have a brown body with a spotted appearance, as well as white markings on their face.
"The northern saw-whet owl inhabits the southern regions of the US during the winter and sometimes inhabits the northern parts during the summer. However, they are not common birds and are difficult to recognize. They are active at night, and their preferred habitat is forests and grasslands."
"9. Short-Eared Owl"
The last owl species that remains in Illinois is the short-eared owl, and it is currently endangered in the state. Like the long-eared owl, this owl has ear tufts, although they are much smaller and less noticeable.
"The short-eared owl is light brown with dark brown patterns. They typically inhabit Canada and the northern United States, then migrate south during the winter. They are most active at dawn and dusk and reside in grasslands and meadows."
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