Where to see them: Galapagos barn owls can be found on Fernandina, Isabela, Santiago, Santa Cruz and San Cristobal. Whilst they can be found in the highlands, they are most frequently seen in the …

The Galapagos Barn Owl lives on the islands of Santa Cruz, Isabela, San Cristóbal and Fernandina although it is said that it is now extinct on the island of Floreana because of the introduction of …

This elusive owl uses its satellite-shaped face to hunt by sound. Endemic to Galapagos, it’s the smallest barn owl subspecies in the world

Two endemic subspecies of owls inhabit the Galápagos Islands: the Galápagos barn owl (Tyto furcata punctatissima) and the Galápagos short-eared owl (Asio flammeus galapagoensis) [1, 2, 3].

Barn Owls can be seen nesting in holes, lava tubes and other volcanic formations throughout the year. Suitable nesting sites are found in the arid and transitional zones of the islands.

Sep 3, 2025 · Each surviving owl is both a shield against invasive rodents and a living reminder of the fragile balance that sustains the Galapagos. “Barn owls are vital for the conservation of the pristine …

There are two endemic subspecies of owls in the Galapagos: the Barn and the Short-eared Owl. The short-eared owl (Asio flammeus galapagoensis) has changed its night hunting behavior to eventual …

Just three species of night birds have been recorded in Galapagos, two of which are resident with endemic subspecies. Each of the species represents a different group.

Learn about American Barn Owl (Galapagos): explore photos, sounds, and observations collected by birders around the world.

Endemic to the Galápagos Archipelago, where it is resident on Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Santiago, San Cristóbal, and Española islands. Identification. A small, dark, heavily spotted barn owl. …