Eastern Screech Owl (Red Morph) (Megascops asio)

This robin-sized nightbird is common over much of the east, including in city parks and shady suburbs, where many human residents are unaware they have an owl for a neighbor. The owl spends the day roosting in holes or in dense cover, becoming active at dusk. Despite the name, screech-owls do not screech; the voice of this species features whinnies and soft trills.For centuries, mankind has associated owls with knowledge and wiseness. It seemed appropriate to perch this little girl on a book. The owl is carved of Tupelo, the book is made of pine, and the base is burled maple. Acrylics were used for all of the painting.