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Barn owls are commonly found throughout the United States, Mexico, and parts of South America. Members of the species are known to reside in barns or abandoned structures, thus the name “barn” owl.
They have a flat face due to their facial disk, like other owls, but a barn owl’s feather pattern and coloration make for their striking appearance — reminiscent of a cut-in-half apple. Their chests are cream-colored or light brown with dark speckles, and their wings and dorsal feathers feature a darker brown pattern.
A barn owl’s call may be different from what you’d expect! Instead of hooting, they make a high-pitched shriek or repetitive hisses that sound like whispers.
Athena came to ZooMontana in May 2024. You will regularly see Athena triangulating (moving her head in a triangle) to aid her hearing, and she often displays behaviors that make it look like she’s dancing.
You can learn more about Athena and barn owls through programs scheduled with the Zoo’s educators!
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