Eastern Screech-Owl: The most common owl in Alabama, known for its small size and variety of color morphs (gray, red, and brown).
– Great Horned Owl: A large and powerful owl with distinctive ear tufts, found throughout the state. –
Barred Owl: Easily recognized by its distinctive "who cooks for you?" call, common in wooded areas.
Saw-whet Owl: A small, elusive owl with a high-pitched "too-too-too" call, often overlooked.
Northern Saw-whet Owl: Similar to the Saw-whet Owl, but slightly larger and less common in Alabama.
Snowy Owl: An irruptive species, occasionally seen in Alabama during winter irruptions, when they migrate south in search of food.
Burrowing Owl: A ground-nesting owl that is extremely rare in Alabama, with only a few confirmed sightings.