Scientific Name: Bubo virginianus
Population Estimate: 5M, Least Concern status
Range / Habitat: Year-round in a wide range of wooded habitats throughout all of North America, extending through Mexico into Central America. Also found in northwestern and eastern South America.
Field Notes: Large owl with long ear tufts and yellow eyes. Coloration varies regionally but is overall mottled grey-brown with a reddish facial disc.
Personal Notes: We've seen this bird twice in Utah. Aways an amazing sight.
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