The little Eastern Screech-Owl lives alongside people in many suburban and even urban settings throughout the eastern United States. Although widespread, this nocturnal bird, like the Barn Owl and Eastern Whip-poor-will, often goes unseen and is best detected by its song and calls. The screech-owl has a distinctive, whinny-like call. If you've heard that odd sound, you may have an Eastern Screech-Owl as a neighbor! This owl also brings an unexpected visitor to its nest in one of the bird world's

3.2K views · 283 reactions | Eastern screech-owls are the most strictly nocturnal of all owls here in Texas, and they’re seen more often than heard. As you can see here, they have bell-shaped eyes to adapt to low-light conditions. Fun fact: Since they can't move their eyes, they have to rotate their entire heads to change their fields of view! Thanks to Images by Outlaw for the video! | The Nature Conservancy in Texas | Facebook