Barn owls on volcanic islands tend to have redder plumage than those on nonvolcanic islands, possibly due to an influx of sulfur in the environment.

Barn owls may be more widespread than commonly believed Hearing is believing, with recordings of the bird’s eerie cry lending evidence of their presence in Minnesota.

The barn owl’s brilliant white underbelly is the key to its success as a nocturnal hunter, allowing the bird to camouflage itself against the moon, according to new research.

“The barn owl is far more graceful,” the video explains. “Just one gentle wingbeat sees her gliding effortlessly through the air, creating little more than a whisper in the feathers below.” ...

Noise from wind turbines limits where they can be built. But a design that mimics the shape of owl feathers can make wind farms quieter and help renewable energy grow faster.

Fun facts about owls you didn’t know Silent flight Owls have specialised wing feathers that enable them to fly almost silently. The leading edges of their primary feathers have a serrated ...

There are three owl species in Indiana that could use more nesting boxes: the barn owl, barred owl and Eastern screech owl. Here's what to do.

Birds of a feather can gather at the free, family-friendly 15th Annual Point Reyes Birding & Nature Festival at Point Reyes Station Sunday.

Barn owls are known for their distinct white and blonde feathers as well as their huge 85-centimetre (33-inch) wingspan.