As a result of the barred owl's westward expansion, the species has begun to encroach on the range of the related and threatened spotted owl (S. occidentalis). Evidence shows the …

Barred Owls are easiest to find when they are active at night—they’re a lot easier to hear than to see. Visit forests near water (big bottomland forest along a river is prime Barred Owl habitat) …

Habitat These owls prefer coniferous forests with dense foliage and large trees with cavities. However, as a result of expanding, they have been spotted in the hollows of trees found in …

Where to Find Them: Barred Owl Habitat and Distribution Barred Owls are creatures of the forest, preferring dense, mature woodlands with a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees.

Still widespread and common, although it may have declined in parts of the south with loss of swamp habitat. In recent decades, its range has expanded into the Northwest, and it is now …

Barred owls typically nest in large hollows in trees, but they may use nests of other birds, such as hawks, and other animals, such as squirrels. Some barred owls make their nest on the ground. …

Barred Owls are primarily found in mature, mixed deciduous-coniferous forests across eastern North America, extending into the Pacific Northwest. They prefer areas with large trees and …

Nov 20, 2018 · The Barred Owl can live in a variety of habitats. As long as the habitat contains an adequate amount of large trees for nesting, Barred Owls can live in urban areas, swamps, oak …

May 14, 2025 · Barred Owls primarily inhabit eastern North America, but over the past century, they’ve made their way to the Pacific Northwest. Their territory stretches from southern …

Generally, these owls live in larger tracts of deciduous forests, ranging from mesic, or wet areas, such as wooded swamps, poorly drained woodlots, and protected hillsides to drier, upland areas.