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Northern Saw-whet Owls: The Forest's Tiny Giants

The Rare Owls That Still Hunt in New England Forests

Andrew Alpin

Step into a New England forest on a crisp night, and you might hear a haunting call echoing through the trees. Owls—silent hunters of the dark—have long been symbols of mystery, but some of the species that roam these woods are far rarer than most people realize. From the secretive Long-eared Owl to the elusive ...