The great horned owl is the most common owl of the Americas, easily recognizable because of the feather tufts on its head. These “plumicorns” resemble horns or, to some, catlike ears.

Large as a table lamp and topped with two pointy tufts resembling Batman ears, the great horned owl is easy to identify. But it’s so not easy to see. Secretive, guarded and well-camouflaged ...

This great horned owl was very content to spend the hours peacefully perusing its surroundings perched high atop an oak tree in The Villages. Thanks to Julie Walfield for sharing!

Ellicott Police Department officers swooped in Tuesday to save the day for what appeared to be a great horned owl caught in a ...