The northern spotted owl is dark-to-chestnut brown in color and sports round or oval white spots on its head, neck, back and under parts. Its flight feathers are also dark brown and barred with light brown or white. Unlike most owls, spotted owls have dark eyes. Although it is often considered to be a medium-sized owl, the northern spotted owl ranks among the largest in North America.

On July, 2 2008 Forest Defenders of the Earth First! Humboldt movement located and documented this endangered species in a forest that is slated and approved to be clearcut by Green Diamond. (less info)