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Great Horned Owl in Wyoming

Great Horned Owl in Wyoming

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Great Horned Owl in Wyoming — Quick Overview

There are 8,628 recorded sightings of Great Horned Owl in Wyoming, with 87 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in March through June.

When to See Great Horned Owl in Wyoming

Most often reported in March through June.

Monthly sightings distribution for Great Horned Owl in Wyoming
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January460No
February534No
March770Yes
April864Yes
May1,562Yes
June885Yes
July665No
August809No
September815No
October517No
November0No
December0No

Compared With Other Regions

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About the Great Horned OwlFull Range Map & Species Guide →

Ear tufts, big yellow eyes and a white throat patch mark this large, barred owl. Great Horned Owl lives in nearly every habitat across the Americas, from forests and deserts to city parks. It hunts rabbits, rodents and birds at night. Listen for its deep, rhythmic hooting from winter into spring, when pairs are courting, and scan treetops at dusk for a large, upright silhouette with horn-like tufts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to see a Great Horned Owl in Wyoming?

Great Horned Owl is most often reported in Wyoming in March through June, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.

Where can I see a Great Horned Owl in Wyoming?

There are 8,628 documented Great Horned Owl records in Wyoming. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.

How can I find Great Horned Owl sightings near me in Wyoming?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Wyoming.