🦉 Think all owls hoot? Think again! The Eastern Screech Owl has some of the cutest (and strangest) calls in the forest. 🐴 Their whinny sounds like a little horse—used to defend their territory. 🐸 Their bouncy trill sounds like a toad—used for pairs to stay in touch.Nature is full of surprises, and owls are incredible communicators. 🌌💬 Have you ever heard an Eastern Screech Owl? Comment below & share this with a friend who loves wildlife!#EasternScreechOwl #OwlsOfFacebook #BirdSounds #Nature

Call of the screech-owl Eastern screech-owls are active at night and are far more often heard than seen. Turn the volume way up and listen closely… then watch the owl’s reaction to another screech owl calling! These owls vocalize frequently, so learning to identify their call is a great way to know when one is near. More facts: http://bit.ly/2BAGWl3 Attract screech-owls to your property by putting up nest boxes: http://bit.ly/2P9U6xF Screech-owls will also nest in kestrel boxes. Plans: http://bi