The Eastern Screech Owl is a small, nocturnal woodland owl that lives near meadows and marshes. It weighs around 208g for females and has a wingspan of 56cm. The owl communicates with whistled calls and eats a variety of small prey including insects, crayfish, earthworms, small birds, and rodents. Though threatened by predators like the Great Horned Owl, the Eastern Screech Owl can live up to 20 years.