The Screech Owls lives in most places except the colder regions. The Screech owl lives in the woodlands. Screech owls like to spend the day in hollow trees and nest there. They often live in trees along city streets and parks. Screech owls measure about 10 inches long and are the only small owls with ear tufts.
Most Screech owls have from four to six young.
Screech owls may be reddish or grayish in color. They eat mostly large insects. Most owls eat their prey whole-bones, beaks, feet, and feathers. Owls often hunt at night in the same area as a hawk hunted by day. Darkness is no problem for the owl.