Owls and Their Scientific Names Flashcards

Common Owls and Their Scientific Names

• Barn Owl: Known for its heart-shaped face and remarkable hunting abilities, described scientifically as Tyto alba.
• Barred Owl: Characterized by its distinctive horizontal barring on the chest, its scientific name is Strix varia.
• Boreal Owl: A small owl inhabiting boreal forests, identified scientifically as Aegolius funereus.
• Burrowing Owl: Unique for nesting in underground burrows, referred to scientifically as Athene cunicularia.
• Chuck-Will's-Widow: A nocturnal bird related to owls, known for its haunting call, scientifically named Antrostomus carolinensis.
• Common Nighthawk: Recognized for its aerial displays and distinctive calls, its scientific classification is Chordeiles minor.
• Common Pauraque: Found in warm regions, this owl-like nightjar is called Nyctidromus albicollis in scientific terms.
• Common Poorwill: Another nocturnal bird, known for its unique call and presence in arid environments, named scientifically as Phalaenoptilus nuttallii.
• Eastern Screech-Owl: A small and versatile owl known for its varied colorations, identified as Megascops asio.
• Eastern Whip-Poor-Will: This nocturnal bird, known for its repetitive call, is classified scientifically as Antrostomus.
• Flammulated Owl: A small owl often found in coniferous forests, scientifically named Otus flammeolus.
• Great Gray Owl: The largest owl by length in North America, noted for its impressive facial disc, classified as Strix nebulosa.
• Great Horned Owl: A powerful predator with tufted "horns" and widespread distribution, known scientifically as Bubo virginianus.
• Long-Eared Owl: Recognized by its long ear tufts and orange facial disk, scientifically referred to as Asio otus.
• Northern Hawk Owl: Active during the day and hunting primarily from perches, its scientific name is Surnia ulula.
• Northern Saw-Whet Owl: A small, nocturnal owl with a distinctive call, identified as Aegolius acadicus.
• Short-Eared Owl: Known for its long wings and shorter ears, this species is classified scientifically as Asio flammeus.
• Snowy Owl: Famous for its striking white plumage, often linked to Arctic regions, known scientifically as Bubo scandiacus.
• Spotted Owl: Recognized by its dark brown plumage with white spots, its scientific classification is Strix occidentalis.
• Western Screech-Owl: Similar to its Eastern counterpart but adapted to the western U.S., identified as Megascops kennicottii.

Test your knowledge of owls and their scientific names with these flashcards. From the Barn Owl to the Common Nighthawk, explore the diverse species of these fascinating birds. Perfect for students and bird enthusiasts alike!