The great horned owl is the most common owl of the Americas, easily recognizable because of the feather tufts on its head. These “plumicorns” resemble horns or, to some, catlike ears.

We often get confused or upset when that happens. This came to mind the other day while photographing a mother great horned owl (Bubo virginianus) and young owlet. What’s so unusual about that ...

Black-and-white owls (Strix nigrolineata) are pictured at the Wildlife Rescue Center in Alajuela, Costa Rica, on September 16 ...

In celebration of this beautiful bird, learn some fascinating facts about snowy owls ... mass makes them a pound heavier than the great horned owl and twice the weight of a great gray owl.

We love when animal stories have a happy ending. And that's exactly the case for a Great Horned Owl named Archimedes. The poor thing was found stuck in the muck at the Rio Alto Water District ...

According to Minnesota Department of Natural Services (DNR) Nongame Wildlife Specialist Gaea Crozier, the common owls familiar to Minnesotans are the Great Horned Owl and the Barred Owl.

It’s not just about enforcing laws; it’s about making a difference.” The vet confirmed it was a Great Horned Owl and started immediate care. By the end of the day, the owl was reported to be ...