Aegolius acadicus
Conifer woods in the North and western mountains. A tiny owl with no ear tufts.
What does a northern saw-whet owl look like?
A tiny owl with no ear tufts.
What sign does it leave?
No ground trail.
Droppings
Small pellets under a dense evergreen. Do not handle droppings.
Where you find it
Conifer woods in the North and western mountains.
This page is a field guide, not a permit to approach wildlife. If a bird is injured, call a local wildlife rehabilitator.
Often confused with a eastern screech-owl. All animal identification pages.