Were Do Barn Owls Sleep?

Nest Placement
Barn Owls put their nests in holes in trees, cliff ledges and crevices, caves, burrows in river banks, and in many kinds of human structures, including barn lofts, church steeples, houses, nest boxes, haystacks, and even drive-in movie screens.

Where do barn owls go during the day?

Barn Owls are uncommon but difficult to see because they are nocturnal and remain in cavities or inside structures during the day.

Do owls sleep in the same place every night?

Most owls roost alone, or near a nest during the breeding season. However, there are a few species that roost communally, or share a roosting area with other individuals of the same species. Although poorly understood, owls may benefit in one or more ways from sharing the same roost.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.