Being able to identify calls is particularly important when it comes to owls, however, because their nocturnal habits mean they can be much easier to hear than to see!Īlthough owl calls are now commonly associated with Halloween, their cultural and historical significance extends far beyond a single spooky night.
Owls call for many of the same reasons other birds do - to claim and defend territories, to attract mates, and to keep in contact with each other. We've assembled a collection of different owl sounds below to help you better know these fascinating predators of the night.īefore jumping into specific owl calls, though, let's review a few basics. If you've heard owl sounds at night around your neighborhood and are wondering about the caller's identity, you're in the right place. There's more to owl sounds than just “hoo, hoo.” Each species of owl has its own unique call - sometimes more than one.
