Linnean Classification

Eukarya, Animalia, Chordata, Aves, Strigiformes, Strigidae , Strix, Strix varia

Regulator

It is warm blooded and is able to maintain constant internal conditions regardless of environment

Dormancy

They stack up on food in the fall to keep warm and full while they hibernate during the winter

Generalist

It is an carnivore and is not kept to one environment, but can live in various environments and does not rely on one food source

Consumer

They do not have the ability of making their own food and they feed off of the food found in the environment

Carnivore

Their diet consists of only animals such as squirrels and chipmunks, but does not consist of plants

Niche

Barred Owls are found in North America on the east side of the U.S, throughout Canada, and in small areas in Mexico. The Great Horned Owl is one of the biggest threats to the Barred Owl, and the Barred Owl will move away if there is a Great Horned Owl nearby. Barred Owls eat many small animals, such as mice. Rodents usually cause problems for many people, so the Barred Owl is helpful in solving this problem. They're nocturnal animals, which means they sleep during the day and are active and hunting in the night. Predators include eagles, large hawks, and other owls.