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Small mammals
North and South America, introduced in Hawaii
Farmland, grassland and woodland
American Barn Owls are very different from their European cousins. Although they look similar, Barn Owls in North America are around 50% heavier.
In some parts of North America, Barn Owls migrate south to escape cold winter weather.
Watch our animal encounters video to find out more about our Owls .
