2K views · 282 reactions | There’s more to owl sounds than just “hoo, hoo.” Each species of owl has its own unique call — sometimes more than one. Learn more and get tips on what to listen for outside in this article: https://abcbirds.org/blog21/owl-sounds/ Press play with the sound on to listen to a Northern Saw-whet Owl call recording by Micah Riegner | American Bird Conservancy | Facebook

🦉 Think all owls hoot? Think again! The Eastern Screech Owl has some of the cutest (and strangest) calls in the forest. 🐴 Their whinny sounds like a little horse—used to defend their territory. 🐸 Their bouncy trill sounds like a toad—used for pairs to stay in touch.Nature is full of surprises, and owls are incredible communicators. 🌌💬 Have you ever heard an Eastern Screech Owl? Comment below & share this with a friend who loves wildlife!#EasternScreechOwl #OwlsOfFacebook #BirdSounds #Nature

There's more to owl sounds than just “hoo, hoo”! Each owl species has its own unique calls — sometimes even more than one. Today, let’s dive into the fascinating sounds that Newton, our ambassador Eastern Screech-Owl will try and demonstrate. Eastern Screech-Owls have two main calls: A descending, almost horse-like whinny, which they use to defend their territories or an extended trill on a single pitch, which is used to attract mates and stay in touch with family members. (This is what you are