Screech Owl - Otus asio
Habitat	This owl can be found any place there are trees with cavities in which to hide and nest. On occasion, they will use buildings as nest sites as well.
Ecological Niche	The screech owl is a fearless predator of mice and insects. However, if the opportunity arises, the screech owl is capable of attacking and killing large rats, which weigh far more than the owl. The primary predator of the screech owl is the much larger horned owl.
Life Cycle	From 4 to 7 round, white eggs are laid in late winter or early spring. The eggs hatch after about four weeks of incubation. At about 6 to 7 weeks of age, the young owls begin flying. Their average life span is about 12 to 15 years.
Behavior and physical adaptations	The screech owl is found in both red and grey colors (above). It is still unknown as to why this has evolved, since it had nothing to do with sex differences, location, or habitat. The color pattern and tufts or horns are excellent camouflage and make them extremely difficult to see.