Bubo scandiacus
Northern fields and coasts in winter. Not a southern bird. A large white owl. Females and young birds are barred.
What does a snowy owl look like?
A large white owl. Females and young birds are barred.
What sign does it leave?
Almost never a track. The white bird on open ground is the identification.
Droppings
Whitewash and a fur pellet under a post. Do not handle droppings.
Where you find it
Northern fields and coasts in winter. Not a southern bird.
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 great horned owl. All animal identification pages.