AMERICAN HAWK OWL 163 



in the nest. The Screech Owl has well-marked ear- 

 tufts. 



The American Hawk Owl, so called from its 

 Hawk-like appearance and character, is another spe- 

 cies found in the northern part of North America and 

 occasionally seen in Europe. It is dark brown above, 

 spotted with white, and has the under parts barred. 

 The tail is longer than in most Owls. This bird is one 

 of the most rapacious of the Order to which it belongs. 

 As in all Owls, the female is larger than the male. 



