How to Choose the Right Location for Your Barred Owl Nesting Box

When it comes to late fall birding, we love getting set up for owls, particularly our barred owls. As one of the more popular owl species here in Ontario, they are plentiful here in the Ottawa area but getting the opportunity to spot one can definitely take a little bit of work.

These large raptors are reclusive by nature (as are most owls), often most active during the night. That said, these majestic owls are often spotted on their perch during daylight hours, catching up on their rest ahead of their busy evening activities.

The opportunity to spot and get somewhat close to a barred owl is typically reserved for areas that already have a decent amount of human foot traffic such as public areas, parks and forest trails. Outside of that, barred owls will often retreat at the sound of human footsteps or any other disturbances.

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