Owls are popular birds in the avian kingdom, known for their distinct facial features and nightly prowling. Their vivid coloration helps them blend into their surroundings, adding to their mysterious character.
In children’s tales and folklore, owls are depicted as the wisest birds. They have long fascinated people of all ages, partly because they are so difficult to spot. Their huge eyes and abundant feathers make them especially sought-after among children.
Top 25 Cute Owl Coloring Pages
Here is a small collection of owl coloring sheets for children of all ages. These pages will enhance your child’s knowledge of owls in a fun way. The collection includes both realistic and cartoon forms of owls. The realistic owl pictures will help them learn about the appearance of owls, while the varying patterns will allow them to experiment with different colors.
1. Barn Owl
The barn owl is one of the most famous species of owls, known for its large size and reddish-brown feathers. It has a pale yellow mouth and bronze-colored feet. Here is a barn owl coloring sheet for the bird lovers. You and your child can color this barn owl while reading fun facts about it.
2. Long-Eared Owl
Long-eared owls have short to normal ear tufts that resemble ears. They mainly hunt animals, such as bats, squirrels, kangaroo rats, deer mice, and chipmunks. If your child asks why it’s called a long-eared owl, give them a coloring sheet of a long-eared owl and share some fun facts about it while they enjoy coloring.
3. Barred Owl or Hoot Owl
Barred is a standard-sized brownish-gray owl. It has several upright marks on its upper body. A vociferous owl usually resides in hollow spaces in the trees. The barred owl is found commonly in North America and South Canada.
4. Northern Hawk Owl
The beautiful northern hawk owl is a type of owl that exhibits deceptive eyes at the rear of the skulls. Northern hawk owl possesses an extended tail that helps it change direction while hounding in the deep jungle.
5. Burrowing Owl
Not all owls live in trees; for instance, burrowing owls make their homes in prairie dog burrows. They have a spherical, slightly brown facial appearance, a gentle, bronze-shaded body, and a pale yellow abdomen. Female burrowing owls tend to be darker in coloration compared to males.
6. Northern Saw-Whet Owl
Northern saw-whet owl is a 6 to 8-inch-long owl and is one of the smallest of all owls. Its call is reminiscent of a saw being sharpened on a whetstone, giving it its name. This owl has a big skull and an undersized tail. It has reddish-brown feathers at the rear.
7. Eurasian Eagle Owl
Also known as the largest species of owl, the Eurasian eagle owl is one of the most widely found owls in the world. It is larger than the snowy owl and is a powerful predator, consuming everything from small mammals to snakes.
8. Elf Owl
Did you know that there is an owl as small as five inches in length? Elf owl is an undersized owl with a spherical skull and a brownish-red frame. It has a dumpy tail with stripes and a slightly greyish abdomen. Teach your child more about the elf owl with this fun sheet.
9. Snowy Owl
Snowy owls are one of the largest and heaviest species of owl. They are primarily found in the Arctic tundra of North America, Asia, and Europe. Print out this beautiful coloring sheet of a snowy owl to help your child know more about Mother Nature. Tell your child to read the fun facts on this sheet to boost their knowledge of this beautiful bird.
10. Great Gray Owl
The great gray owl is the world’s largest owl by length but not the heaviest. This type of owl usually resides in the Northern side of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Asia, Europe, and Minnesota. It has fluffy feathers and a long tail that belies its small body.
11. Spectacled Owl
The spectacled owl is a native of Southern Mexico, South America, and Central America. It usually prefers living in dense, old-growth rainforests. This owl has a murky, bronzed appearance with a yellowish-white abdomen. A distinctive colored strip encircles its face, making it look like it is wearing spectacles.
12. Great Horned Owl
The great horned owl is one of the most widespread and adaptable owls in the US. These owl species are also one of the biggest in the world. Unlike the name, the great horned owls do not have horns. They have feathery tufts instead.
13. Western Screech Owl
The western screech owl is found along the western side of northern and central America. They are found in open woods or the edges of the forest, inhabiting cavities excavated and abandoned by the woodpeckers.
14. Tawny Owl
The tawny owl is a medium-sized, non-migratory bird with exceptional eyesight. It is aggressive and does not allow anyone to approach its nest. The tawny owl has asymmetrically placed ears, which enable it to pinpoint prey in the dark. It inhabits Western Europe, Central Asia, Scandinavia, and North Africa.
15. Northern Pygmy Owl
The northern pygmy owl is a small owl native to North and Central America. It is an unsocial bird and remains solitary much of the year. It has a small, round head and a long, barred tail often cocked at an angle. Unlike other owl species, the Northern pygmy owl is diurnal and is active at dawn and dusk.
16. Striped Owl
The striped owl is a medium-sized owl with large ear tufts and a white facial disk. It has a black beak and cinnamon-colored eyes. This beautifully marked owl species is found in Central and South America but is not easily spotted because it is purely nocturnal. It usually inhabits the marshlands and woodlands.
17. Spotted Wood Owl
The spotted wood owl is an owl of the earless owl genus. It is a sad-faced owl found in Java, the Philippines, Southeast Asia, and Sumatra. It prefers forest or woodland to thrive. The owl’s striped coloration helps hide in the twigs and shaded canopy.
18. Collared Scops Owl
The collared scops owl is a resident breeder in South Asia, especially east to south China. It is a small owl found in forests and other well-wooded areas. It has small head tufts or ears. Its upper part is gray or brown colors, depending on the subspecies.
19. Oriental Bay Owl
The oriental bay owl is an unusual-looking owl found throughout Southeast Asia. It is the part of the barn owl. It has a heart-shaped face with ear-like extensions. The oriental bay owl is nocturnal and prefers habitats like woodland, plantations, and mangrove swamps to thrive.
20. Eastern Screech Owl
Is your child an animal lover? Then, give them this sheet featuring an eastern screech owl. Tell some fun facts about it as he colors the sheet. The Eastern screech owl is a relative of the Western screech owl. It is usually found in North and Central America. It is a small-sized owl with a round head, yellow eyes, and a yellow bill.
21. Professor Owl
Here is a coloring sheet of Professor Owl, a blue anthropomorphic owl featured in classic Disney cartoons like Melody and Toot. The Professor Owl was also the host of early videos and introduction songs. His goal in life is to teach great music to his students. He is short, obese, and is often shown wearing black spectacles.
22. Owl
Inspired by a character from A.A. Milne’s ‘Winnie the Pooh,’ this owl is based on the stereotype of a ‘wise old owl.’ It is considered the smartest resident of the Hundred Acre Wood. It narrates long stories involving its relatives to the other residents of the Acre Woods.
23. Archimedes
Archimedes is a character in the film ‘The Sword in the Stone.’ He is a brown owl with yellow eyes, an orange beak, and orange feet. As Merlin’s pet owl, he can speak like a human. Archimedes is intelligent, grumpy, funny, and sarcastic, with exceptional observational skills.
24. O for Owl
Are you helping your child identify letters and their associated sounds? Here’s a coloring sheet to assist them. This fun activity will help your child practice writing uppercase and lowercase letters. Encourage your child to write the names of other things that start with the letter ‘O.’
25. Halloween Owl
Give your child an opportunity to showcase their artistic talent with this coloring sheet. The picture depicts a nocturnal bird perching on a tree branch against a nightscape background. Guide your child to use green, yellow, and brown crayons to add color to this detailed scene. Printing out this coloring sheet will keep your child and their friends entertained as you prepare for the Halloween party.
These free printable owl coloring pages depict different breeds of owls, helping your child learn about these amazing nocturnal birds while exploring their artistic abilities. You can even create a personalized owl coloring book. Encourage your child to use vibrant colors on the beautifully patterned bodies of owls. You may also use these coloring images for Halloween activities and school projects.
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