Owls of Ohio Presentation at BRC

On November 18th, Brukner Nature Center presented “Owls of Ohio” to our Chestnut Village residents. Owls are among our most charismatic and fascinating birds, both to observe and hear, partly because of their nocturnal habits but also because of their unique appearance and reputation for being fierce predators.

Brukner Nature Center brought two “ambassadors” with them, an Eastern Screech Owl and a Barred Owl. The Eastern Screech Owl is well known for it’s call that sounds like ghosts in the woods. The Barred Owl is a much bigger owl, up to 20” tall with a wing span of 4 feet. Both of these “ambassadors” were brought to Brukner Nature Center, in Troy, for rehabilitation and now play a role in helping people appreciate Ohio’s wildlife.