Status: Common
Seasonal Occurrence: Year-round resident
Distribution: Statewide
Preferred Habitat(s): Forested areas, wooded edges, semi-forested areas and semi-open farmland
Nesting Habits: Nests in tree cavities, but will also use nest boxes
Note: Screech Owls usually come in one of two colors: gray or red. Both can be found in Kentucky. A brown morph can also be found, but is more common further south, especially in Florida.