A short video of a Barred Owl calling for it's mate at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Watch in HD for best quality. Enjoy! Thanks to http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music for the soundtrack! | Harry Collins Photography

Today's Video of the Week features one of the most secretive North American owls, the Boreal Owl. These little raptors are rarely out in the day, making this a special observation that offers a great window into this bird's remarkable ability to hear prey moving under the snow. The owl doesn't catch its prey this time, but its close scrutiny of the ground suggests the owl knows its target is still there. Look closely towards the end of the video to see the spots in the back of the owl's head tha