List of Birds of Hispaniola - Barn Owls

Barn Owls

Order: Strigiformes. Family: Tytonidae

Barn owls are medium to large sized owls with large heads and characteristic heart-shaped faces. They have long strong legs with powerful talons.

  • Ashy-faced Owl Tyto glaucops (E)
  • Barn Owl Tyto alba

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